John C. Maxwell Quotes about Encouragement

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A good leader encourages followers to tell him what he needs to know, not what he wants to hear.

A good leader encourages followers to tell him what he needs to know, not what he wants to hear.

John C. Maxwell

Encouragement, Leader, Needs

John C. Maxwell (2007). “The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader: Becoming the Person Others Will Want to Follow”, p.49, Thomas Nelson Inc

If you are a leader, you should never forget that everyone needs encouragement. And everyone who receives it - young or old, successful or less-than-successful, unknown or famous - is changed by it.

John C. Maxwell

Leadership, Encouragement, Successful

Encouragement is oxygen for the soul

John C. Maxwell

Encouragement, Oxygen, Soul

Twitter post from Oct 29, 2015

Remember, man does not live on bread alone: sometimes he needs a little buttering up.

John C. Maxwell

Encouraging, Encouragement, Communication

John C. Maxwell (2013). “Be A People Person: Effective Leadership Through Effective Relationships”, p.164, David C Cook

A word of encouragement from a teacher to a child can change a life. A word of encouragement from a spouse can save a marriage. A word of encouragement from a leader can inspire a person to reach her potential.

John C. Maxwell

Leadership, Teacher, Encouragement

John C. Maxwell (2008). “Encouragement Changes Everything: Bless and Be Blessed”, p.9, Thomas Nelson Inc

When you face discouragement, you can do one of two things, and the one you choose will color your perspective. You can look at others to place the blame, or you can look at yourself to discover your opportunities. The choice is yours.

John C. Maxwell

Encouragement, Opportunity, Color

John C. Maxwell (2006). “The Difference Maker: Making Your Attitude Your Greatest Asset”, p.68, Thomas Nelson Inc