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EPISODE · May 13, 2026 · 46 MIN

Five Questions to Help You Add Value to Others

from Maxwell Leadership Podcast · host John Maxwell

How do you know if you're truly adding value to those around you, or just going through the motions? In this week's episode, John Maxwell reveals the five essential questions every leader should ask to elevate their influence and impact. After his lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Goede dive into their strategies for weaving these value-adding principles into your everyday leadership. Key takeaways:  Before you can add value to others, you must recognize and develop the unique value you bring to the table.  Valuing what you do—and the people you serve—is the foundation for authentic influence and sustained growth.  Leaders multiply their impact by continuously growing themselves and intentionally focusing on what is best for others, not just them. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Five Questions to Help You Add Value to Others Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John's teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/ValueOthers and clicking "Download the Bonus Resource."  This episode is sponsored by BELAY:  Leaders, stop trying to do it all yourself. The best leaders know their limits, operate out of their strengths, and set others up for success. Find freedom with BELAY — pairing you with vetted U.S. virtual assistants so you can focus on what matters.  To help you get started, BELAY is offering Maxwell Leadership listeners a free download of their resource, Culture Clarity: A Guide to Uncovering Your Real Culture Through Feedback. Just text MAXWELL to 55123 for FREE access.   References:  Watch this episode on YouTube! Get the High Road Leadership online course for 33% off Apply this week's episode with other growth-minded leaders in the Maxwell Leadership Podcast Social Community Order your copy of John Maxwell's resilience guide, How to Get a Return on Failure (use code ROFPOD at checkout to get The Quick Start Guide to Getting a Return on Failure 100% free!)  Discover your leadership level with John Maxwell's 5 levels of leadership What Serving Others Has Taught Me Podcast Episode It's Not About You: Leadership, Communication, and Putting Others First Podcast Episode Episode 400: How to Use Failure for Success Podcast Episode Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team

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