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5 questions for John Maxwell.
John Maxwell

Topics:Calling, Coaching, Development, Discipleship, Leadership, Mentoring, Vision
Filters:Church staff, Discipleship, Elder, Pastor, Volunteer coordinator
Purpose:Discipleship
References:2 Timothy 2:2
Date Added:July 12, 2007

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How, Specifically, Do You Add Value To Someone's Life?

Adding value comes from listening to people. If I know their heart, then I know exactly where to add value. I develop the part of themselves they want to see developed, not what I happen to need at the time. This prevents me from using people.

We all believe that people are our greatest asset when we first meet them; it's a little tougher to believe after we have worked with them a while and have seen their weaknesses. I ask, "What is their unique contribution?" Then I equip people according to their gifts and desires.

And part of it comes from asking people to be part of a great vision. Having a cause worth dying for is the greatest reason to live.

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July 25, 2002