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As a leader, the first person I need to lead is me. The first person that I should try to change is me.

John C. Maxwell

As a leader, the first person I need to lead is me. The first person that I should try to change is me.

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About John C. Maxwell

John Calvin Maxwell (born February 20, 1947) is an American author, speaker, and pastor who has written many books, primarily focusing on leadership. Titles include The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership and The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader. Some of his books have been on the New York Times Best Seller list.