
The Resilient Leaders Podcast with 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.
Latest episodes

Feb 12, 2025 • 12min
Ep 274: Preparation: A Leader’s Superpower
Preparation is more important than planning. On this episode we’ll explore how to make preparation a leader’s superpower.. . .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/5t5mCoaching is THE MOST SIGNIFICANT WAY leaders can grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just visit http://www.kairospartnerships.org/coaching to schedule your call today.And if you are wanting to grow in your leadership, the best way to do that is to participate in a leadership assessment process. That’s what we offer at KP. For more information contact J.R. at jrbriggs@kairospartnerships.orgI’d love to hear from you. Drop me a line at www.kairospartnerships.org/contact**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

Feb 6, 2025 • 9min
Ep 273: Tools for Tough Conversations
Part of being a leader is engaging in tough conversations. This requires a great deal of courage. On this episode J.R. shares practical tools to help you navigate these conversations with confidence and clarity.. . .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/5t5mCoaching is THE MOST SIGNIFICANT WAY leaders can grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just visit http://www.kairospartnerships.org/coaching to schedule your call today.And if you are wanting to grow in your leadership, the best way to do that is to participate in a leadership assessment process. That’s what we offer at KP. For more information contact J.R. at jrbriggs@kairospartnerships.orgI’d love to hear from you. Drop me a line at www.kairospartnerships.org/contact**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

Jan 29, 2025 • 12min
Ep 272: Understanding Your Leadership Intensity Cycle
In order to be resilient, we need to understand our leadership intensity cycle. We all have one – and it’s unique to our own leadership context. Knowing yours, and planning intentionally and strategically within it, can help you be resilient and remain sustained in the leadership journey.. . .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/5t5mCoaching is THE MOST SIGNIFICANT WAY leaders can grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just visit http://www.kairospartnerships.org/coaching to schedule your call today.And if you are wanting to grow in your leadership, the best way to do that is to participate in a leadership assessment process. That’s what we offer at KP. For more information contact J.R. at jrbriggs@kairospartnerships.orgI’d love to hear from you. Drop me a line at www.kairospartnerships.org/contact**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

Jan 22, 2025 • 13min
Ep 271: Overcoming Challenges When You Feel Resistance
Every leader – every human – faces challenges. One of the greatest and most meaningful experiences is when we overcome those challenges. But how do we do that? We’re here to share – and we’re here to help.. . .Coaching is THE MOST SIGNIFICANT WAY leaders can grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just visit http://www.kairospartnerships.org/coaching to schedule your call today.And if you are wanting to grow in your leadership, the best way to do that is to participate in a leadership assessment process. That’s what we offer at KP. For more information contact J.R. at jrbriggs@kairospartnerships.org**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

Jan 15, 2025 • 13min
Ep 270: The 4 Leadership Postures
The quality of your life is determined by the quality of the questions you ask of God, yourself, and others – and leaders must be people who ask great questions. I’m hosting a FREE webinar called How to Ask Better Questions Space is limited. Sign up today at https://www.kairospartnerships.org/upcoming-webinars**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

Jan 8, 2025 • 12min
TRLP Ep 269: Lead Small
Want to grow in 2025? We’d love to invest in you. We’re launching two more cohorts for leaders like you – but the deadline is quickly approaching!COHORT 1: The Leadership Growth Journey Cohort.I’m looking to make a significant investment in a small cohort of hungry leaders in 2025 – and I’m wondering if you’d like to join me. In the new year I’m launching the Leadership Growth Journey cohort for leaders who are committed to growing in 2025.Over the course of 12 months we’ll cover 12 relevant leadership topics to assist in our growthwith a group of 12 leaders.Would you want to join me in your growth, as well as journey with other leaders around important leadership growth topics? Check out the link below for more information: https://www.kairospartnerships.org/leadershipgrowthjourneyCOHORT 2: Young Leaders Equipping CohortAre you a hungry leader between the ages of 22-34 who wants to grow in 2025?Last year we launched the Young Leaders Equipping Cohort, an online space for young leaders from around the country who convened each month around important leadership topics.It was so fruitful that we’re doing it again.And we want to invite you to participate?Join other young leaders, facilitated by two of our experienced leadership coaches, through a year a leadership growth and discovery. Come join us! Check out the link below to learn more.https://www.kairospartnerships.org/young-leaders-equipping-cohortHave questions? Contact J.R. at jrbriggs@kairospartnerships.org**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

Dec 18, 2024 • 10min
Ep 268: 3 Ways You Can Grow in the New Year
On this last episode of 2024, J.R. offers three resources for you to grow in 2025.RESOURCE 1: Resonance: A Year-End Personal Reflection Resource for Leadershttps://docs.google.com/document/d/1TwFmzG9cwYek1VPlmcvtfr3P9uRbJk6X/editRESOURCE 2: The Leadership Growth Journey Cohort.I’m looking to make a significant investment in a small cohort of hungry leaders in 2025 – and I’m wondering if you’d like to join me. In the new year I’m launching the Leadership Growth Journey cohort for leaders who are committed to growing in 2025.Over the course of 12 months we’ll cover 12 relevant leadership topics to assist in our growthwith a group of 12 leaders. Would you want to join me in your growth, as well as journey with other leaders around important leadership growth topics?Check out the link below for more information: https://www.kairospartnerships.org/leadershipgrowthjourneyRESOURCE 3: Young Leaders Equipping CohortAre you a hungry leader between the ages of 22-34 who wants to grow in 2025?Last year we launched the Young Leaders Equipping Cohort, an online space for young leaders from around the country who convened each month around important leadership topics. It was so fruitful that we’re doing it again - and we want to invite you to participate.Join other young leaders, facilitated by two of our experienced leadership coaches, through a year a leadership growth and discovery. Come join us! Check out the link below to learn more.https://www.kairospartnerships.org/young-leaders-equipping-cohortHave questions? Contact J.R. at jrbriggs@kairospartnerships.org**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

Dec 11, 2024 • 11min
Ep 267: Reflecting On Your Inner Compass
J.R. explores one of his coaching tools: the Inner Compass. Using a compass rose, this resource helps leaders assess where they are currently, what is most important to them, as well as notice and acknowledge the new possibilities, as well as name the doors or opportunities that are closing in this season.-North: your guiding light.-South: your southern light.-East: your rising sun.-West: your setting sun.Each direction holds several questions for personal reflection.. . .Coaching is THE MOST SIGNIFICANT WAY leaders can grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just visit http://www.kairospartnerships.org/coaching to schedule your call today.And if you are wanting to grow in your leadership, the best way to do that is to participate in a leadership assessment process. That’s what we offer at KP. For more information contact J.R. at jrbriggs@kairospartnerships.org**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

Dec 4, 2024 • 13min
Ep 266: The 7 Frequencies of Communication
Everybody is speaking on a certain frequency level. On this episode J.R. delves into Erwin McManus’ new book ‘The 7 Frequencies of Communication’ to help us identify our own frequencies and how we can learn to connect with others on their frequencies.. . .Coaching is THE MOST SIGNIFICANT WAY leaders can grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just visit http://www.kairospartnerships.org/coaching to schedule your call today.And if you are wanting to grow in your leadership, the best way to do that is to participate in a leadership assessment process. That’s what we offer at KP. For more information contact J.R. at jrbriggs@kairospartnerships.org**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

Nov 27, 2024 • 11min
Ep 265: Wearing 6 Hats: A Decision-making Framework
On this episode we explore Edward De Bono’s mental framework of decision-making - what he calls the Six Thinking Hats. Each “hat” is a different mode or way to think about a problem or issue. To be resilient means we have to be able to think resiliently so we can lead resiliently.. . .Coaching is THE MOST SIGNIFICANT WAY leaders can grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just visit http://www.kairospartnerships.org/coaching to schedule your call today.And if you are wanting to grow in your leadership, the best way to do that is to participate in a leadership assessment process. That’s what we offer at KP. For more information contact J.R. at jrbriggs@kairospartnerships.org**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