Are you searching for your purpose as a leader? Do you long to make an impact through positive influence? Maybe you feel stuck in your current role at work or you’re ready to take the proverbial bull by the horns, but you’re not sure where to begin. John Maxwell’s time-tested leadership helps guide leaders, like you, to become your better self so you can reach the next level in your career and unlock your full potential.

But who is John Maxwell and how did he become the renowned and respected leader and coach he is today? From his humble beginnings as a pastor in a small Ohio town to being named the "#1 Most Influential Business Leader" by the American Business Association, John has spent five decades mastering his craft as a coach, speaker, trainer, and leader. Keep reading to learn more about John, his personal experiences, and what he can do for you. You can also check out the annual Live2Lead event hosted by John Maxwell and UpCloseTeam.

Transformative Leadership Guru

After high school, John followed his father into the ministry. He completed a bachelor's degree at Ohio Christian University and a Master of Divinity degree at Azusa Pacific University before pursuing a Doctor of Ministry degree at Fuller Theological Seminary.

As a pastor, John valued nothing more than connecting with people and making a positive impact on their lives. With every life he helped change, John sharpened his leadership skills. After 30 years as a pastor, he devoted himself as a full-time speaker, writer, and consultant. Today, John is recognized as the foremost business leader in the world.

Best-Selling Author

As an author, John uses the power of his pen to share his inspirational personal growth experiences and insightful leadership strategies. His books have sold more than 26 million copies worldwide and are available in 50 languages.

While most of John’s books have made the New York Times best-seller list, three of them — The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, Developing the Leader Within You, and The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader — have sold more than 1 million copies each. John’s latest book, Change Your World, provides a practical roadmap for transformation to help you become a catalyst for change and inspire others.

Influential Guest Speaker

In 2008, John began guest speaking at churches across the United States and even appeared on popular the “Hour of Power” television broadcast from the Crystal Cathedral in California. Two years later, John was invited to give a keynote speech at the National Agents Alliance, an organization dedicated to helping families find financial products that best serve their needs now and in the future. Currently, John speaks at various events hosted by Fortune 500 companies as well as at international gatherings of government and business leaders.

At his annual Live2Lead virtual event, John gives leaders from all walks of life and every corner of the planet the chance to learn from his wisdom and time-tested techniques. On top of that, John invites several other business leaders to take the stage and share their experiences as well. For anyone who wants to maximize their business potential or invest in their personal growth, it’s the opportunity of a lifetime.

Innovative Entrepreneur

John has channelled his success as a leader, writer, and coach into several entrepreneurial endeavours, including:

•  The John Maxwell Company - a company that challenges, inspires, and develops corporate leaders to reach their full potential through custom curriculum, workshops, and other resources
•  The John Maxwell Team - a company that equips more than 13,000 trained and certified John Maxwell Coaches to add value to others and become top leaders in business, their communities, and in their personal growth and development
•  EQUIP - a non-profit organization that has trained more than 6 million leaders in nearly 200 countries to impact families, organizations, communities, and nations around the world
•  The John Maxwell Leadership Foundation - a philanthropic organization that facilitates transformation through values and intentional living programs

Well, there you have it! It’s easy to see how John Maxwell has reached his acclaimed status as the world’s most influential business leader. As certified John Maxwell Coaches, UpClose Team uses the principles and philosophies of The John Maxwell Team to equip leaders to reach their potential and effectively create change. Drop Jon or Colette Close a line to learn more about how you can tap into the power of John Maxwell’s personal growth and leadership prowess today!

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