John C. Maxwell

John C. Maxwell

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John C. Maxwell is an American author, speaker, and pastor known for his expertise in leadership. He has written numerous books on the subject, including notable titles such as The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership and The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader. His works have achieved significant commercial success, with three of his books selling over one million copies each, and many appearing on best-seller lists, including the New York Times.

Maxwell is the founder of EQUIP and the John Maxwell Company, organizations dedicated to training leaders around the globe. To date, they have trained more than 5 million leaders. He speaks annually to a diverse range of audiences, including Fortune 500 companies, government leaders, and institutions such as the United States Military Academy at West Point and the United Nations. His influence extends beyond writing and speaking, as he actively engages in leadership development through his various initiatives.

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John C. Maxwell has a Credibility rating of 102 out of 1000, calculated using our proprietary algorithm.

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John C. Maxwell has a credibility rating of 102 out of 1000 on Modern Mentor AI, making them a developing voice, ranking #106 of the 358 motivation thought leaders we track. The rating weighs reach against substance, so a high score reflects more than popularity.

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