Inexperienced leaders are quick to lead before knowing anything about the people they intend to lead. But mature leaders listen, learn and then lead.
John C. MaxwellThere is no quicker way to earn respect as a leader than being slow to speak. It is called listening and it plays a big role in what I call โThe Law of Connection.โ How will you know what is important to people unless you ask and listen to the answers? If you prove to be a leader who solicits feedback and pays attention to whatโs being said, then you will earn your connection and your followers will respect the guidance you give.
John C. MaxwellSeven Steps to Success 1) Make a commitment to grow daily. 2) Value the process more than events. 3) Don't wait for inspiration. 4) Be willing to sacrifice pleasure for opportunity. 5) Dream big. 6) Plan your priorities. 7) Give up to go up.
John C. MaxwellWhen I had something I thought God was talking to me about, the first thing I did, before I ever talked to the congregation, was to sit down with the major influencers of the church and share with them what I thought God was speaking to me. I gave them time for input or questions. Many times they would ask questions and I would reply, "I need to spend more time on this. I'm not sure I'm thinking clearly there." Other times they added value and helped make this vision better or more accessible to the people.
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