# #398: How to Get a Return on Failure

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Podcast: [Maxwell Leadership Executive Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/maxwell-leadership-executive-podcast-930531)
Published: 2026-05-28T04:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.maxwellleadership.com/podcast/executive-podcast-398
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## Resource

Get the learning guide from today's episode here! Get your copy of John Maxwell's How to Get a Return on Failure In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley explore how leaders can gain a return on failure by shifting their mindset and approach. They encourage listeners to view failure not as part of their identity but as a valuable learning opportunity that fuels growth and innovation. The hosts break down strategies for differentiating between good and bad misses, extracting lessons, and modeling resilience. They also offer actionable advice on creating a culture where teams embrace mistakes, analyze outcomes, and consistently improve performance.

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