

The Resilient Leaders Podcast with J.R. Briggs
J.R. Briggs
The Resilient Leaders Podcast offers a variety of topics, perspectives, questions, and tools to help leaders navigate the new reality. In each episode, J.R. Briggs addresses pressing issues, and offers practical next steps on how to lead with resilience. Lean in, learn, and explore what it means to be resilient. Because leadership is irreplaceable in the new reality.
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Sep 21, 2022 • 9min
Ep 155: The Power of Personal Mantras
On today’s episode we explore the power of personal mantras – simple, truth-filled statements to keep us focused and anchored on what’s most important.. . .If you haven’t signed up for my every other week FREE newsletter 5 Things in 5 Minutes (5 valuable nuggets that can be read in 5 minutes or less), check out www.kairospartnerships.org/5t5m. . .I’d love to hear from you. Drop me a line at jrbriggs@kairospartnerships.orgKairos Partnerships: www.kairospartnerships.orgConnect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kairospartnerships**Resilient Leaders is produced by the incredibly gifted Joel Limbauan. Check out his great video and podcast work at On a Limb Productions: www.onalimbproductions.com

Sep 14, 2022 • 9min
Ep 154: Lindisfarne: What To Do When the Tides Are Rising
In today’s episode we explore the fascinating features of the Holy Island of Lindisfarne, a small island off the coast of England, how it has much to teach us about remaining stable and anchored in the midst of the changing tides of leadership.. . .If you haven’t signed up for my every other week FREE newsletter 5 Things in 5 Minutes (5 valuable nuggets that can be read in 5 minutes or less), check outwww.kairospartnerships.org/5t5m. . .I’d love to hear from you. Drop me a line at jrbriggs@kairospartnerships.orgKairos Partnerships: www.kairospartnerships.orgConnect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kairospartnerships**Resilient Leaders is produced by the incredibly gifted Joel Limbauan. Check out his great video and podcast work at On a Limb Productions: www.onalimbproductions.com

Sep 7, 2022 • 10min
Ep 153: The Countless Leadership Lessons of Sailing
J.R. shares about his three-day sailing adventure on one of the Great Lakes last month and how it impacted his understanding of leadership.. . .If you haven’t signed up for my every other week FREE newsletter 5 Things in 5 Minutes (5 valuable nuggets that can be read in 5 minutes or less), check outwww.kairospartnerships.org/5t5m. . .I’d love to hear from you. Drop me a line at jrbriggs@kairospartnerships.orgKairos Partnerships: www.kairospartnerships.orgConnect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kairospartnerships**Resilient Leaders is produced by the incredibly gifted Joel Limbauan. Check out his great video and podcast work at On a Limb Productions: www.onalimbproductions.com

Aug 31, 2022 • 11min
Ep 152: Learning to Take a Real Rest
I’ve got bad news and good news. The bad news: leader, your adrenal gland is shot. It’s overworked, exhausted, and in need of a break. The good news: with some planning and time, you can intentionally plan for an extended season of rest. Yes, it’s possible to learn to take a real rest.. . .If you haven’t signed up for my every other week FREE newsletter 5 Things in 5 Minutes (5 valuable nuggets that can be read in 5 minutes or less), check out www.kairospartnerships.org/5t5m. . .I’d love to hear from you. Drop me a line at jrbriggs@kairospartnerships.orgKairos Partnerships: www.kairospartnerships.orgConnect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kairospartnerships**Resilient Leaders is produced by the incredibly gifted Joel Limbauan. Check out his great video and podcast work at On a Limb Productions: www.onalimbproductions.com

Aug 24, 2022 • 10min
Ep 151: Managing Anxiety
While we’ve talked about tools, resources, and mental models on this podcast, today we explore the ubiquitous reality of anxiety in our world. How can we manage when others are so anxious? And how can we live and lead when WE are feeling anxious? We’ll explore the ABCDE approach from Kara Powell. . . .If you haven’t signed up for my every other week FREE newsletter 5 Things in 5 Minutes (5 valuable nuggets that can be read in 5 minutes or less), check out www.kairospartnerships.org/5t5m. . .I’d love to hear from you. Drop me a line at jrbriggs@kairospartnerships.orgKairos Partnerships: www.kairospartnerships.orgConnect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kairospartnerships**Resilient Leaders is produced by the incredibly gifted Joel Limbauan. Check out his great video and podcast work at On a Limb Productions: www.onalimbproductions.com

Aug 17, 2022 • 12min
Ep 150: The Power of Being Fully Engaged
On this episode, J.R. unpacks the principles from a valuable book, ‘The Power of Full Engagement’ and how we must think about energy management more than time management.. . .If you haven’t signed up for my every other week FREE newsletter 5 Things in 5 Minutes (5 valuable nuggets that can be read in 5 minutes or less), check out www.kairospartnerships.org/5t5m. . .I’d love to hear from you. Drop me a line at jrbriggs@kairospartnerships.orgKairos Partnerships: www.kairospartnerships.orgConnect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kairospartnerships**Resilient Leaders is produced by the incredibly gifted Joel Limbauan. Check out his great video and podcast work at On a Limb Productions: www.onalimbproductions.com

Aug 10, 2022 • 9min
Ep 149: Why Your Environment Matters So Much
On today’s episode, J.R. explores the power of environment, sharing what he learned from a mental performance coach. What are your fountains and what are your drains?. . .If you haven’t signed up for my every other week FREE newsletter 5 Things in 5 Minutes (5 valuable nuggets that can be read in 5 minutes or less), check out www.kairospartnerships.org/5t5m. . .I’d love to hear from you. Drop me a line at jrbriggs@kairospartnerships.orgKairos Partnerships: www.kairospartnerships.orgConnect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kairospartnerships**Resilient Leaders is produced by the incredibly gifted Joel Limbauan. Check out his great video and podcast work at On a Limb Productions: www.onalimbproductions.com

Aug 3, 2022 • 11min
Ep 148: Why Developing Personal Declarative Statements Keeps You Anchored
On this episode we’ll explore Personal Declarative Statements – what they are, why they are so important for leaders who want to remain resilient, and how they can help clarify your reason for being. Developing your list of PDSs helps you to remain centered and anchored in a world of continued uncertainty.. . .If you haven’t signed up for my every other week FREE newsletter 5 Things in 5 Minutes (5 valuable nuggets that can be read in 5 minutes or less), check outwww.kairospartnerships.org/5t5m. . .I’d love to hear from you. Drop me a line at jrbriggs@kairospartnerships.orgKairos Partnerships: www.kairospartnerships.orgConnect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kairospartnerships**Resilient Leaders is produced by the incredibly gifted Joel Limbauan. Check out his great video and podcast work at On a Limb Productions: www.onalimbproductions.com

Jul 27, 2022 • 10min
Ep 147: Paying Attention to our Tears
We’ve talked a lot about ‘head’ issues on the podcast, but today we’ll explore the importance of the heart. Our tears can teach us a lot about who we are and help us to be more resilient – not less.. . .If you haven’t signed up for my every other week FREE newsletter 5 Things in 5 Minutes (5 valuable nuggets that can be read in 5 minutes or less), check out www.kairospartnerships.org/5t5m. . .I’d love to hear from you. Drop me a line at jrbriggs@kairospartnerships.orgKairos Partnerships: www.kairospartnerships.orgContact: www.kairospartnerships.org/contactConnect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kairospartnerships**Resilient Leaders is produced by the incredibly gifted Joel Limbauan. Check out his great video and podcast work at On a Limb Productions: www.onalimbproductions.com

Jul 20, 2022 • 11min
Ep 146: Questions: Valuable Tools for Decision-making
In this episode J.R. unpacks the crucial concept of mental models – and how every leader needs to be aware of the mental models he or she uses to make decisions. More specifically, we’ll look at questions, a form of mental models, and he’ll give you 7 specific questions to help you focus and give you confidence to make wise leadership decisions moving forward.. . .Resources:[1] If you’re an aspiring writer, or you are already writing and want to improve your writing skills, The Writing Life online master class course is now available for you at www.kairoscourses.com[2] If you haven’t signed up for my every other week FREE newsletter 5 Things in 5 Minutes (5 valuable nuggets that can be read in 5 minutes or less), check out www.kairospartnerships.org/5t5m. . .I’d love to hear from you. Drop me a line at jrbriggs@kairospartnerships.orgKairos Partnerships: www.kairospartnerships.orgContact: www.kairospartnerships.org/contactConnect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kairospartnerships**Resilient Leaders is produced by the incredibly gifted Joel Limbauan. Check out his great video and podcast work at On a Limb Productions: www.onalimbproductions.com