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The Lawyer’s Well-Being Brief

Failing Forward!

5 min readJun 20, 2025

“The difference between greatness and mediocrity is often how an individual views a mistake.”-Nelson Boswell

Welcome (back) to the Lawyer’s Well-Being Brief! Each week, I share insights and practical strategies to help us cultivate well-being and thrive — both personally and professionally. Live well! Lawyer well!

This week we are looking at Failing Forward. . .Turning Mistakes into Stepping Stones for Success written by John C. Maxwell.

Who is John C. Maxwell?

John C. Maxwell is a renowned leadership expert, author, and speaker who has written over 100 books, many of which focus on leadership, personal development, and growth. With decades of experience, Maxwell has influenced millions through his teachings on effective leadership principles, including his famous “The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership.” He is also the founder of the John Maxwell Company, which provides leadership training and development to organizations worldwide. Maxwell is highly regarded for his ability to make complex leadership concepts accessible and actionable.

What is Failing Forward. . .Turning Mistakes into Stepping Stones for Success about?

In Failing Forward, Maxwell redefines failure — not as a dead end, but as a stepping stone to…

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Marc W. Crayton
Marc W. Crayton

Written by Marc W. Crayton

I help high achieving lawyers make better well-being decisions so that they can thrive personally and professionally. Forward, always!

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