SUCCESS Magazine

A light-bulb moment guided best-selling author and SUCCESS columnist John C. Maxwell in developing a plan to reach his own potential and help others reach theirs, as detailed in this October 2012 Cover Story for SUCCESS.

Don't miss our cover story's web exclusive interview with leadership John C. Maxwell, including an excerpt from 'The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth.'

Don't imitate; innovate! Best-selling author Stephen Shapiro demystifies the ways to creatively meet today's business challenges.

These high-grossing individuals reveal the keys to their success, most of which having surprisingly little to do with the pitch.

The reigning king of infomercials, Greg Renker, discusses his formula to making a sale.

Infomercial pioneer Guthy Renker changes with the times to successfully market products for skincare, weight loss and more.

Researchers find that the underlying common characteristic of great leadership isn't intellect, vision or personality. Great leaders don't act like managers; they act like coaches.

Robert Peterson, co-founder of All My Sons Moving & Storage, tells how to deal with the challenges that erupt when growing your business.

Select a business-in-a-box.

Gen Y is ready to buy, and here's how you can best sell to this age group.

Put on your publicist hat (it's easy!) and grow your customer base.

In five straightforward steps, you can launch a business or product for surefire success.

Tips and best practices for breaking into the luxury retail market.

Check out these useful (and sometimes free!) web resources for your small biz.

Two sisters said goodbye to corporate careers and started a cupcake business that has paid delicious dividends. Their company quickly took off, and now they're best-selling cookbook authors and stars in a TV show.

Take control of your life by taking responsibility for your actions.

Autism hits home with actor Ed Asner, who has become an activist on behalf of families dealing with the disorder.

Worth it or not worth it? Your financial questions answered.

Find out how to prevent and treat back pain.

Although Henry Clay had little formal education, he holds a revered place in American history.

Fight fat, high blood pressure and a plethora of other ailments by de-stressing.

The former NFL quarterback has a great family and busy post-football career. He also channels his legendary energy into fundraising for cystic fibrosis, a deadly disease that afflicts his son.

Anna Maria Chavez was blessed with parents who encouraged dreams beyond their humble background. Now, as Girl Scouts CEO, she instills that can-do spirit in others.

Donor Alan Beauchamp explains why he supports the SUCCESS for Teens program.