Intentional Living: Choosing a Life That Matters

by John C. Maxwell

Overview

John C. Maxwell, #1 New York Times bestselling author, helps readers take the first steps to living a life that matters inIntentional Living.

We all have a longing to be significant. We want to make a contribution, to be a part of something noble and purposeful. But many people wrongly believe significance is unattainable. They worry that it's too big for them to achieve. That they have to have an amazing idea, be a certain age, have a lot of money, or be powerful or famous to make a real difference.

The good news is that none of those things is necessary for you to achieve significance and create a lasting legacy. The only thing you need to achieve significance is to be intentional. And to do that, all you need to do is start. You can't make an impact sitting still and doing nothing. Every major accomplishment that's ever been achieved started with a first step. Sometimes it's hard; other times it's easy, but no matter what, you have to do it if you want to get anywhere in life.

In Intentional Living, John Maxwell will help you take that first step, and the ones that follow, on your personal path through a life that matters.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781455536214
Publisher:	Center Street
Publication date:	10/06/2015
Edition description:	Large Print
Pages:	400
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 8.90(h) x 1.50(d)

About the Author

John C. Maxwell is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, coach, and speaker who has sold more than twenty-four million books in fifty languages. Often called America's #1 leadership authority, Maxwell was identified as the most popular leadership expert in the world by Inc. magazine in 2014. And he has been voted the top leadership professional six years in a row on LeadershipGurus.net.

He is the founder of The John Maxwell Company, The John Maxwell Team, and EQUIP, a non-profit organization that has trained more than five million leaders in 180 countries. Each year Maxwell speaks to Fortune 500 companies, presidents of nations, and many of the world's top business leaders. He can be followed at Twitter.com/JohnCMaxwell. For more information about him visit JohnMaxwell.com. Maxwell lives in Palm Beach Gardens, FL.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments ix

1 Your Life Can Be a Great Story 1

2 Why Good Intentions Aren't Enough 27

I Want to Make a Difference

3 Start Small but Believe Big 51

4 Search Until You Find Your Why 77

Doing Something That Makes a Difference

5 Put Other People First 105

6 Add Value to Others from Your Sweet Spot 129

With People Who Make a Difference

7 Connect with Like-Minded People 159

8 Partner with Like-Valued People 185

At a time that Makes a Difference

9 Live with a Sense of Anticipation 213

10 Be Urgent about Seizing Significance Opportunities 237

Epilogue: Tell Others Your Story 263

Notes 269

Editorial Reviews

"Drive. Focus. Commitment. I ask this from all of my players because they are essential qualities for success on the court. In INTENTIONAL LIVING, John Maxwell shares how the same qualities are necessary for life. John's ability to share from his own experience inspires the reader to believe they can have a life that matters if they want-and gives the reader tools to make that dream a reality."—John Calipari, National championship head coach and 2015 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame inductee

"INTENTIONAL LIVING is an absolute must-read no matter what occupation you are in."—Louisville Business First

"Thought-provoking and encouraging...with hundreds of questions designed to help readers in their quest for personal and professional growth. Clear and inspiring, this is a great approach to leadership."—Publishers Weekly on Good Leaders Ask Great Questions

"An intriguing look at leadership with practical advice makes this book beneficial to. . .anyone who wants to develop and improve their skills."—Library Journal on Good Leaders Ask Great Questions

"The first time I met John Maxwell, I could tell that he and I shared the same values. He cares about people and he wants to help them. One of the best ways to do that is to teach people how to overcome failure and adversity. That ability turned my life around. If you read Sometimes You Win—Sometimes You Learn, you will learn that valuable skill. I highly recommend this book."—Ben Carson, M.D., pediatric neurosurgeon and NYT bestselling author of America the Beautiful and Gifted Hands, on Sometimes You Win—Sometimes You Learn

"Millions of individuals—myself included—have been inspired by the words and works of John Maxwell. Now, in The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth, John again shares his remarkable insights and wisdom into how each of us can reach our full potential and make a positive difference in the lives of others."
—Elizabeth Dole, former U.S. Cabinet Secretary, Senator and President of the American Red Cross, on The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth

"As a coach and leader, I am always looking for ways to teach my players how to grow. Thanks to my good friend John Maxwell, you hold in your hands the instruction manual for taking next steps of growth. Embracing these laws will cause you to grow individually and in your contribution to those around you. This book is a must-read for anyone responsible for helping others to grow."—John Calipari, Head Basketball Coach at the University of Kentucky, on The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth

"John has been a mentor and teacher for me for many years and what I love most about him is that he has pushed and helped me personally go through The 5 Levels of Leadership!"—Kevin Turner, COO, Microsoft, on The 5 Levels of Leadership

"John Maxwell's books have been required reading for my leadership team for years. I can't think of anyone better at distilling decades of leadership experience into practical, approachable principles that anyone can apply at any level of leadership."—Dave Ramsey, host of The Dave Ramsey Show and best-selling author of The Total Money Makeover, on The 5 Levels of Leadership

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