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The best place for a leader isn't always at the top position. It is the place where they can serve the best and add the most value to other people.

John C. Maxwell

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John C. Maxwell
Age: 77
Born: 1947
Born: February 20
Author
Motivational Speaker
Writer
Garden City
Michigan
John Maxwell
John Calvin Maxwell
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Leader
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Best
Always
Add
People
Serve
Value

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