Quotes from John C. Maxwell

Stay focused instead of getting offended or off track by others.

Relational skills are the most important abilities in leadership.

Everything begins with a decision. Then, we have to manage that decision for the rest of your life.

There was a very cautious man Who never laughed or played He never risked, he never tried, He never sang or prayed. And when he on day passed away, His insurance was denied, For since he never really lived, They claimed he never really died. (Anonymous poem)

We feel unhappy and confused with our life when we don't do the focus or calling that God has on our life.

We won't fully experience joy until we've answered life's biggest question: Why am I here?

Most accomplishments in life come more easily if you approach them strategically

People who use time wisely spend it on activities that advance their overall purpose in life.

If you live life with the intention of making a difference in others' lives, your life will be full not empty.

The primary limitation in life is our low expectations for ourselves and others. When we expect minimum results, that's usually what we get.

Every major difficulty you face in life is a fork in the road. You choose which track you will head down, toward breakdown or breakthrough.

I had a horrible life habit that I had to change. And I think it's very true, the later we make decisions in life that are important, the harder it is to manage those decisions.

A man must be big enough to admit his mistakes, smart enough to profit from them, and strong enough to correct them.

The dreams and passions stored within hearts are powerful keys which can unlock a wealth of potential.

Leaders who are kind of insecure or egocentric, they basically sabotage themselves.

Good thinkers always prime the pump of ideas. They always look for things to get the thinking process started, because what you put in always impacts what comes out.

Exceptionally hard decisions can deplete your energy to the point at which you finally cave in. If you mentally crumble and degenerate into negative thinking, you'll magnify the problem to the point where it can haunt you.

Have the humility to learn from those around you.

A minute of thought is greater than an hour of talk.

The english word thanks comes from the same root word as think. Maybe if leaders were more 'think-ful' about the contribution of others, they would be more 'thankful' to them.

If you're a leader, it's important to set aside time to quiet yourself and listen for God's direction.

Nothing separates successful people from unsuccessful people more than how they use their time!

You will be remembered in life only for your passions!

We tend to get in life what we are willing to tolerate.