Overview

Welcome to today’s episode of the Built for the Trades podcast! I’m your host, Dan Dowdy, and today we're diving deep into people development using John Maxwell’s 5 Levels of Leadership. Whether you're leading a team or striving to be a better leader, you're in the right place. I’ll be sharing practical takeaways that will help you develop your team and elevate your leadership.

As a certified John Maxwell leadership coach, I’ve seen firsthand how the 5 Levels of Leadership can transform teams, businesses, and careers. So, let’s break it down and learn how you can use this framework to grow and lead effectively.

Discussions

1. Introduction to the 5 Levels of Leadership - A quick overview of John Maxwell's leadership framework.
2. Building trust with your team - Why trust is the foundation of strong leadership.
3. Overview of each leadership level - A breakdown of all 5 levels, from Position to Pinnacle.
4. Key steps to developing your people - Practical ways to grow and empower your team.
5. How to balance encouragement and accountability - Tips for giving both praise and constructive feedback effectively. 

That wraps up today’s episode on people development and the 5 Levels of Leadership. Remember, leadership is about building trust, being consistent in developing your people, and having those important conversations that lead to real growth. If you haven't already, I highly recommend picking up John Maxwell’s 5 Levels of Leadership.