Maxwell Leadership Blog

Think about the best leader you’ve ever worked with. What made them stand out? More than likely, they didn’t just give orders or manage tasks—they made you feel capable, trusted, and motivated to grow. That’s the power of true leadership. When people feel empowered, they bring more energy, creativity, and commitment to their work. Building […]

We see it happen all the time. Whether it’s two different companies or two departments merging together—you experience a clash of the culture titans. Where one side is rigid and process-oriented, the other might be more free-spirited, and it becomes an us-versus-them mentality, even though technically they’re both on the same team now. Clashing cultures […]

In his new data-driven book How to Work with Complicated People, speaker and bestselling author Ryan Leak shares powerful collaboration strategies so that you can work effectively with nearly anyone. This blog post has been adapted from chapter 8. You can order your copy here. There is often a gap between what’s coming out of […]

​Leadership thrives on effective communication. It’s the bridge that turns ideas into reality. Recognizing and refining your unique communication style is essential for inspiring your team, building trust, and driving meaningful action. When you master this skill, you can share your vision clearly, handle challenges gracefully, and create a workplace where everyone feels valued and […]

In his new data-driven book How to Work with Complicated People, speaker and bestselling author Ryan Leak shares powerful collaboration strategies so that you can work effectively with nearly anyone. This blog post has been adapted from chapter 3. You can pre-order your copy here. One time when I was talking with a client, they […]

Curiosity isn’t a word that normally pops into our minds when we talk about leadership. We usually tend to focus on influence, integrity, or competency. But I believe curiosity is a highly underrated skill. And just like any other skill, it takes practice to master. At its core, curiosity is the desire to learn or […]

When it comes to email, I am an inbox-zero kind of guy. If I haven’t cleared my emails by the end of the day, I feel frustrated and borderline anxious. This obviously presents challenges at times because some emails are too complicated to be addressed quickly. I’ve noticed that all it takes is a few […]

Effective team communication does more than pass information along. It strengthens relationships, builds trust, and aligns people toward a shared purpose. A leader’s ability to communicate well can shape the culture of an entire organization. Some leaders make the mistake of thinking communication is about speaking well. Great communication, however, is about connection. Every leader […]

In his new data-driven book How to Work with Complicated People, speaker and bestselling author Ryan Leak shares powerful collaboration strategies so that you can work effectively with nearly anyone. This blog post has been adapted from chapter 1. You can pre-order your copy here. Think about all the people who cycle through your workday: […]

Leadership is influence. It’s not about your title, your tenure, or your talents. It’s influence. We hear that, and logically we believe it… but do we act on it? And how do we increase our influence, anyway? Before we can maximize influence, we need to start with understanding the five levels of leadership. This is […]