(Maxwell teaches: People rise when leaders believe in them.) Hey Leaders, Belief is a powerful connector. Maxwell teaches that when leaders genuinely believe in people, it unlocks confidence and commitment that skills alone cannot produce. In the book, he shares that believing in people: - Strengthens loyalty - Builds confidence - Encourages growth At Axis Leadership, we see belief as a leadership responsibility—not a bonus. Reflection (from the book): Maxwell says, “People will live up—or down—to your expectations.” Who needs you to express belief in them this week? Believed-in people become better people. - Dr. Joe

Hey Leaders, Leadership gets harder when your attention gets fractured. In Harvard Business Review’s article “The Focused Leader,” Daniel Goleman explains that attention is a core leadership capability—shaping emotional intelligence, organizational awareness, and strategic thinking. When leaders can’t focus, teams feel it. When leaders can focus, teams stabilize and execute. Focused leaders: - Stay present in conversations - Tune into what’s really happening on the team - Protect time for high-level thinking - Make better decisions under pressure At Axis Leadership, we know focus isn’t just productivity—it’s stewardship. Better People. Better World. Download and Read: “The Focused Leader” – Harvard Business Review 💬 Let’s discuss: What’s stealing your focus right now—and what boundary do you need to set? - Dr. Joe

Hey Leaders, I had a great time speaking at the Perry Startup Week Summit and sharing an Entrepreneurship 101 keynote with an outstanding group of 50–60 aspiring and current entrepreneurs! We explored key foundations every entrepreneur needs to understand, including: ✅ The mindset and mentality of an entrepreneur ✅ Defining your business value proposition ✅ How to identify and validate opportunity ✅ Different paths to business ownership ✅ SBA tools and resources available to support entrepreneurs at every stage One of the highlights was connecting with the SBA Resource Partners who were in attendance—organizations that play a critical role in helping entrepreneurs turn ideas into sustainable businesses (photo attached). I was grateful for the opportunity to pour into the Middle Georgia entrepreneurial community and excited about the growth happening right here in Perry and Middle Georgia! - Dr. Joe

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Hey Leaders, What defines the world you create with your leadership? In this week’s Wisdom Wednesday episode, John Maxwell reveals the ten guiding principles that have anchored his life and success for more than four decades! After his lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Robinson dive into real-life strategies that help you put John’s principles to work in your own leadership journey. Key takeaways: - Your attitude is a daily choice that sets the ceiling for your potential. - Personal growth always precedes professional advancement; who you are determines how far you can go. - Helping others succeed opens doors for your own success and builds lasting, meaningful relationships. Click here to listen https://youtu.be/9Wtaah1Ua7U?si=QXrXwsZLzzIrSffo. The BONUS resource for this episode is the Principles that Guide Your Life Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. Click here to download the bonus resource https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iCnON6Ywhy3ucFVtkM7ckF8D2nTAj_rP/view?usp=sharing. Share your thoughts in the comments! - Dr. Joe