Maxwell Leadership Executive Podcast #374: Lessons in Resilience During a Government Shutdown
Dec 11, 2025
Perry and Chris dive into resilience during unexpected disruptions, sharing a personal travel story from a government shutdown. They discuss the importance of self-leadership and staying calm to guide a team effectively. Emphasizing the need to expect the unexpected, they explore how reframing thoughts fuels resilience. Their insights highlight focusing on controllables, rallying resources for problem-solving, and finding opportunities in challenges. Authenticity and emotional honesty emerge as key themes for leaders facing crises.
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Family Trip Disrupted By Shutdown
- Perry Holley described a family trip disrupted by a government shutdown that canceled his flight at the gate and threatened time with grandchildren. He kept calm, assessed options, and applied resilience rules to lead himself and influence his wife positively.
Choosing To Drive After Cancellation
- Chris Goede faced canceled flights too and chose to drive five hours to ensure he could attend an 8:30 AM meeting. He used practical problem-solving and accepted inconvenience to meet his commitments.
Plan For The Unexpected
- Expect the unexpected by assuming plans can derail and preparing contingencies ahead of time. Use that anticipation to reduce shock and conserve energy when disruptions occur.
