Dr. John C. Maxwell

Dr. John C. Maxwell

Keynote Speaker: #1 NYT Bestselling Author, Business Coach & Leadership Expert

Dr. John C. Maxwell Biography

John C. Maxwell is a writer, speaker, and pastor who has spent the last 40 years inspiring and challenging people from numerous Fortune 500 companies, national trade associations, nonprofits, and educational institutions to grow, change, and find their passion. A #1 New York Times bestselling author, Maxwell has written more than 100 books, many of which have been bestsellers, including "The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership" and "Developing the Leader Within You." Maxwell's teachings on the topics of leadership, capacity, teamwork, relationships, attitude, success, personal growth, and communication are highly regarded in both corporate and personal development spheres, making him a sought-after speaker and coach.

In 2014, John C. Maxwell was recognized as the #1 leader in business by the American Management Association®, and Business Insider and Inc. magazine named him the world’s most influential leadership expert. That same year, he was honored with the Mother Teresa Prize for Global Peace and Leadership by the Luminary Leadership Network. His organizations -- The John Maxwell Company, The John Maxwell Team, and EQUIP -- have trained more than six million leaders in every one of the world’s nations.

Maxwell completed a bachelor's degree at Circleville Bible College in 1969, a Master of Divinity degree at Azusa Pacific University, and a Doctor of Ministry degree at Fuller Theological Seminary. He is an ordained minister in the Wesleyan Church. Since the 1970s, Maxwell has led churches in Indiana, Ohio, California, and Florida.

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Dr. John C. Maxwell Speaking Topics

The 5 Levels of Leadership

The 5 Levels of Leadership are:

  1. Position-People follow because they have to.
  2. Permission-People follow because they want to.
  3. Production-People follow because of what you have done for the organization.
  4. People Development-People follow because of what you have done for them personally.
  5. Pinnacle-People follow because of who you are and what you represent.

By combining the advice contained in this keynote with work and a willingness to learn, anyone can rise to a higher and more effective level of leadership and thus make a greater impact.

The 360º Leader

Welcome to The 360° Leader. People who desire to lead from the middle of organizations face unique challenges. And they are often held back by myths that prevent them from developing their influence. Dr. Maxwell, one of the globe's most trusted leadership mentors, debunks the myths, shows you how to overcome the challenges, and teaches you the skills you need to become a 360° leader.

If you have found yourself trying to lead from the middle of the organization, as the vast majority of professionals do, then you need Maxwell's insights. You have a unique opportunity to exercise influence in all directions-up (to the boss), across (among your peers), and down (to those you lead).

How to Be a Real Success

In this keynote address, John Maxwell explores the importance of Relationships, Equipping (teamwork), Attitude & Leadership.

Presentation Titles

  • Becoming a Person of Influence (Personal Growth)

  • Developing the Leader Within You (Leadership)

  • Developing the Leaders Around You (Leadership)

  • Failing Forward (Personal Growth)

  • The 17 Indisputable Laws of Teamwork (Teamwork)

  • The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership (Leadership)

  • The 21 Qualities of a Leader (Leadership)

  • There is No Such Thing as Business Ethics (Leadership)

  • Thinking for a Change (Personal Growth)

  • Your Roadmap to Success (Personal Growth)

Dr. John C. Maxwell Videos

Minute With Maxwell: Catch the Confidence Bug - John Maxwell Team
Minute With Maxwell: Keep It Simple - John Maxwell Team
How Great Leaders Embrace Change with John C Maxwell (Motivational)

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What topics does Dr. John C. Maxwell speak about?

Dr. John C. Maxwell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inspirational, Christian, Motivational, Spirituality, Ethics & Integrity, Business Leadership, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Authors, Leadership, Business, College, Faith & Religion, Literary, Business Growth, Thought Leadership, Personal Growth and Communication.

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Dr. John C. Maxwell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Inspirational, Christian and Motivational. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dr. John C. Maxwell for live events is $100,000 - $200,000, and for virtual events $50,000 - $100,000. Dr. John C. Maxwell can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Daymond John, Patrick Lencioni and Liz Wiseman. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dr. John C. Maxwell for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 02/08/2024.

Dr. John C. Maxwell Speaking Topics

  • The 5 Levels of Leadership

    The 5 Levels of Leadership are:

    1. Position-People follow because they have to.
    2. Permission-People follow because they want to.
    3. Production-People follow because of what you have done for the organization.
    4. People Development-People follow because of what you have done for them personally.
    5. Pinnacle-People follow because of who you are and what you represent.

    By combining the advice contained in this keynote with work and a willingness to learn, anyone can rise to a higher and more effective level of leadership and thus make a greater impact.

  • The 360º Leader

    Welcome to The 360° Leader. People who desire to lead from the middle of organizations face unique challenges. And they are often held back by myths that prevent them from developing their influence. Dr. Maxwell, one of the globe's most trusted leadership mentors, debunks the myths, shows you how to overcome the challenges, and teaches you the skills you need to become a 360° leader.

    If you have found yourself trying to lead from the middle of the organization, as the vast majority of professionals do, then you need Maxwell's insights. You have a unique opportunity to exercise influence in all directions-up (to the boss), across (among your peers), and down (to those you lead).

  • How to Be a Real Success

    In this keynote address, John Maxwell explores the importance of Relationships, Equipping (teamwork), Attitude & Leadership.

  • Presentation Titles

    • Becoming a Person of Influence (Personal Growth)

    • Developing the Leader Within You (Leadership)

    • Developing the Leaders Around You (Leadership)

    • Failing Forward (Personal Growth)

    • The 17 Indisputable Laws of Teamwork (Teamwork)

    • The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership (Leadership)

    • The 21 Qualities of a Leader (Leadership)

    • There is No Such Thing as Business Ethics (Leadership)

    • Thinking for a Change (Personal Growth)

    • Your Roadmap to Success (Personal Growth)

Dr. John C. Maxwell Videos

Minute With Maxwell: Catch the Confidence Bug - John Maxwell Team
Minute With Maxwell: Keep It Simple - John Maxwell Team
How Great Leaders Embrace Change with John C Maxwell (Motivational)

Dr. John C. Maxwell News

  • How do I book Dr. John C. Maxwell to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Dr. John C. Maxwell for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Dr. John C. Maxwell, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Dr. John C. Maxwell or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Dr. John C. Maxwell for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Dr. John C. Maxwell, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dr. John C. Maxwell are $100,000 - $200,000 for live events and $50,000 - $100,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dr. John C. Maxwell, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Dr. John C. Maxwell speak about?

  • Who is the agent for Dr. John C. Maxwell?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dr. John C. Maxwell for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dr. John C. Maxwell for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Dr. John C. Maxwell or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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