Wendy and John are members of the Maxwell Certified Team. With more than six decades of combined experience in social work, vocational counseling, and business, they share a passion for helping others and a commitment to practical, sustainable solutions.

They have built nonprofits and businesses that address real human needs and foster meaningful change. Through every initiative, Wendy and John remain guided by a simple principle: combine heartfelt care with practical solutions to make a real, lasting difference in people’s lives.

Coach

WENDY

I am An Overseer—a steady hand in the storm, bringing order where others see chaos. I lead with patience, persistence, and people at the center. When things fall apart, I don’t panic—I plan. I bring peace not by avoiding conflict, but by guiding others through it with calm confidence. My strength lies in seeing what needs to be done and doing it well, every time.

As A Hurt Healer, I carry compassion like a calling. I understand pain—my own and others’—and I meet it with empathy and courage. I don’t run from brokenness; I walk toward it, believing that healing is possible when people feel seen and safe. I am both soft and strong, kind and unflinching.

And in my Present Strength, I lead with heart. I invest deeply in people, give my time freely, and build trust through loyalty and presence. Relationships aren’t a strategy for me—they’re sacred ground. My legacy isn’t just what I accomplish, but who I lift and restore along the way.

Where others rush to move on, I stay—steady, compassionate, and committed—until the work of peace is done.

Trainer/Speaker

JOHN

I am A Builder—a visionary who sees what could be and moves boldly toward it. Where others see obstacles, I see opportunity. I thrive on starting, creating, and shaping ideas into reality. Innovation isn’t just what I do; it’s who I AM. I live with a bias toward action and a future-focused mindset that refuses to settle for “good enough.”

As A Messenger, I bring clarity where confusion reigns. I communicate with purpose—translating ideas, inspiring understanding, and bridging the gap between vision and reality. My words build bridges, and my insight turns noise into direction.

And as A Problem Solver, I lean into challenges most avoid. I chase the impossible, not for applause but for impact. I see connections others miss and find energy in the work of transformation. My strength lies in thinking big, leading boldly, and empowering others to move with me toward meaningful change.

Driven by vision, grounded in purpose, and fueled by growth—I don’t wait for the future to happen. I build it.

AT EVERY ENCOUNTER:

We Value people and bring Value to every interaction

We equip others with tools to make a difference

We bring a positive attitude about life and business to your team

We lead by example by living what we teach

We are a catalyst for transformation, results speak

We strive to show up not just as someone with answers, but

as someone who listens deeply

We aim to build trust early, and sustain it through every step: feedback, accountability, celebrating wins as well as being vulnerable

John & Wendy Deering are independent certified members and are not employees of the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team. We are not in partnership with John Maxwell or the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team. We are members (coach, speaker, trainer, or facilitator), not an employee (e.g., “works at” = employee = not an approved affiliation).