Maxwell Leadership Executive Podcast

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In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede explore the performance power of aligned teams. They highlight the importance of leaders communicating vision, strategy, and individual roles frequently to create true alignment within teams. They also discuss the difference between agreement and alignment. Discover practical tips for clarifying team roles, measuring success, and ensuring everyone knows how their contributions connect to organizational goals.

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In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley explore well-meaning feedback's unintended effects and how to curtail them. They highlight the crucial role emotions play in how team members receive and process feedback, and share practical strategies for ensuring feedback stays focused on behaviors, not people, and fostering an emotional climate that supports growth. You'll gain valuable insights into delivering feedback that motivates accountability and development while minimizing defensiveness and shame.

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In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley discuss the real return on investment that comes from prioritizing leadership development within organizations. They highlight the difference between equipping team members with technical skills and truly developing leaders who can inspire, engage, and retain talent. The conversation explores common challenges organizations face when they focus solely on task training, like high turnover and disengagement. You'll discover practical strategies for building a leadership culture that drives long-term results and supports both individual and organizational growth.

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In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley explore the difference between being busy and being effective as a leader. They illustrate how motion—such as planning and preparing—can often masquerade as progress when true impact comes from taking decisive action. You'll discover lessons from real-life case studies and practical strategies for turning meetings and collaboration into actionable steps that deliver real results.

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In this episode, our hosts discuss what it means to become an influential person instead of an influencer. You'll learn about the five levels of leadership, discover how influential people think differently, and gain practical tips to build authentic connections with others. Our hosts also explore the impact of emotional intelligence, long-term thinking, and leading with principles instead of preferences. Discover strategies for handling pressure, fostering an abundance mindset, and developing influence through consistent, intentional actions.