John C. Maxwell

Life can be boring unless you put some effort into it.

The most talented do not always end up as celebrities, and those with less talent often do. Upsets are written into our history and occur around us every day.

Talent grips us. We are overtaken by the beauty of Michelangelo's sculpture, riveted by Mariah Carey's angelic voice, doubled over in laughter by the comedy of Robin Williams, and captivated by the on screen performances of Denzel Washington.

When your dream is bigger than you are, you only have two choices: give up or get help.

It seems the older you get, the more life comes into focus.

Pride deafens us to the advice or warnings of those around us.

Children astound me with their inquisitive minds. The world is wide and mysterious to them, and as they piece together the puzzle of life, they ask 'Why?' ceaselessly.

We don't mature momentarily, but over the long-term.

All of the people in my life whom I consider to be close friends or colleagues are good thinkers.

Positional leaders ignore the fact that every person has hopes, dreams, desires, and goals of his own. And leaders must bring their vision and the aspirations of the people they lead together in a way that benefits everyone.

We all have done something unethical.

The unsuccessful person is burdened by learning, and prefers to walk down familiar paths. Their distaste for learning stunts their growth and limits their influence.

You will never fulfill your destiny doing work you despise.

We choose what attitudes we have right now. And it's a continuing choice.

Ranking among the greatest Christmas movie classics, 'It's a Wonderful Life' tells a beautiful story about the priceless value of relationships.

Everyone has the potential to become an encourager. You don't have to be rich. You don't have to be a genius. You don't have to have it all together. All you have to do is care about people and initiate.

The experience of pain or loss can be a formidably motivating force.

The first time you say something, it's heard. The second time, it's recognized, and the third time it's learned.

As you get older, time speeds up but life slows down.

To remain a credible leader, I must always work first, hardest, and longest on changing myself. This is neither easy nor natural, but it is essential.