“Traction is always good; distraction is always bad.” Wondering how you can maintain your focus in leadership, even during challenging times? In this episode, John Maxwell is sharing 5 things to put behind you and 5 things to put before you that will help you fix your energy on the things that matter most!&nbsp;   After his lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow sit down to talk about what John has shared and offer practical ways to apply it to your life and leadership.&nbsp;   Key takeaways:  &nbsp;     Dwelling on what you can’t do breeds frustration.   If&nbsp;you’re persistent, you will get it. If you’re consistent, you will keep it. &nbsp;       Don’t count your losses; count your lessons. &nbsp;      Our BONUS resource for this episode is the How to Increase Your Focus worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting  and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.”&nbsp;   Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team member.  to speak with a Program Advisor today!&nbsp;   References:&nbsp;

How to Increase Your Focus

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How to Increase Your Focus

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