The Resilient Leaders Podcast with J.R. Briggs

In a whitepaper Kirk Lawrence, Director of Executive Leadership at the University of North Carolina, wrote, “Leadership agility and adaptability are now required skills if organizations are to succeed in a VUCA world.” Yep. Couldn’t agree more.Earlier in Episode 3 we talked about the acronym VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous) to describe the nature of the world we live in. Here we look at what it means to be a VUCA Prime leader – one who leads with vision, understanding, clarity, agility – even when the world is volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous.***If you enjoy this podcast, can we ask a 45 second favor of you? Can you leave a review for us on iTunes or Stitcher? It would help us as we seek to equip more leaders in the days ahead.For our full list of episodes and topics, visit: https://www.kairospartnerships.org/resilient-leaders-podcastSign up for 5 Things in 5 Minutes, a resource published every other week and sent to your inbox with the 5 things every leader should know. Good news: it only takes you 5 minutes to read. It’s free. It’s easy. Sign up at www.kairospartnerships.org/newsletterFollow J.R.Kairos Partnerships: www.kairospartnerships.orgContact: www.kairospartnerships.org/contactTwitter: @jr_briggsInstagram: @jrbri.ggsResilient Leaders is produced by Joel Limbauan at On a Limb Productions: www.onalimbproductions.com

“We can’t predict waves, but we can study the tide patterns and enroll in surf school.” On this episode, J.R. shares 10 ways to grow in resilience, lessons that will help us learn to catch waves more effectively.(1)  Embrace the tension of the Both/and mindset– big and small(2)  Be looking for connections, partnerships, and collaborations(3)  Experiment: build the plane midflight(4)  Seize opportunities(5)  Look for vulnerabilities(6)  Strive to be light weight, low maintenance, high accountability(7)  Befriend failure(8)  Eavesdrop on those who are asking the bigger questions than normal(9)  Cultivate an insatiable curiosity - never stop learning(10) Look to increase your opportunity surface area.***If you enjoy this podcast, can we ask a 45 second favor of you? Can you leave a review for us on iTunes or Stitcher? It would help us as we seek to equip more leaders in the days ahead.For our full list of episodes and topics, visit: https://www.kairospartnerships.org/resilient-leaders-podcastSign up for 5 Things in 5 Minutes, a resource published every other week and sent to your inbox with the 5 things every leader should know. Good news: it only takes you 5 minutes to read. It’s free. It’s easy. Sign up at www.kairospartnerships.org/newsletterFollow J.R.Kairos Partnerships: www.kairospartnerships.orgContact: www.kairospartnerships.org/contactTwitter: @jr_briggsInstagram: @jrbri.ggsResilient Leaders is produced by Joel Limbauan at On a Limb Productions: www.onalimbproductions.com

Today we talk about the importance of preparation in leading an engaging, helpful, effective meeting. We’ve all sat through great meetings… and we’ve sat through meetings that felt like a waste of time. Leaders must think critically, thoughtfully, and carefully through how we structure meetings.In this episode we talk about the structure of a meeting, the questions to ask before you lead a meeting, and the principles you should enact in the meeting.The 4 V structure for every meeting you lead should include:ValueVictoryVision VoiceWe also look at the crucial questions you should ask yourself regarding meetings:Who really needs to be here?How frequent should we have the meetings?How long should the meeting be?How can I make this meeting as hard as possible for people to fall asleep or tune out?Can I ask my people to do some preparation or pre-work before coming to the meeting?What is the brief, compelling, and clearly stated purpose of this meeting?We finally, we explore several principles for how to run a meeting, including ensuring you always end the meeting by asking the David Allen question: “Who is doing what by when?”***If you enjoy this podcast, can we ask a 45 second favor of you? Can you leave a review for us on iTunes or Stitcher? It would help us as we seek to equip more leaders in the days ahead.For our full list of episodes and topics, visit: https://www.kairospartnerships.org/resilient-leaders-podcastSign up for 5 Things in 5 Minutes, a resource published every other week and sent to your inbox with the 5 things every leader should know. Good news: it only takes you 5 minutes to read. It’s free. It’s easy. Sign up at www.kairospartnerships.org/newsletterFollow J.R.Kairos Partnerships: www.kairospartnerships.orgContact: www.kairospartnerships.org/contactTwitter: @jr_briggsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jrbriggs1/Instagram: @jrbri.ggsResilient Leaders is produced by Joel Limbauan at On a Limb Productions: www.onalimbproductions.com

On this episode, J.R. talks about Carol Dweck’s groundbreaking book Mindset. She said everyone lives by one of two mindsets: fixed or growth.A fixed mindset creates an urgency to prove yourself over and over. Every situation is evaluated: will I succeed or fail? Well I look smart or dumb? Will I be accepted or rejected? Will I feel like a winner or loser?And a growth mindset is based on the belief that your basic qualities or things you can cultivate throughout your efforts. Everyone can change and grow. A passion for learning. Why waste time proving over and over how great you are when you can get better?Three questions to ponder:1.     Would you describe yourself as having a fixed mindset or a growth mindset – and how would you know?2.     If you had to choose which one would you take: loads of success and validation or lots of challenge?3.     When do you feel smart: When you’re flawless or when you’re learning?***If you enjoy this podcast, can I ask you for a 45 second favor: can you leave a review? It would help us as we seek to equip more leaders in the days ahead.For our full list of episodes and topics, visit: https://www.kairospartnerships.org/resilient-leaders-podcastSign up for 5 Things in 5 Minutes, a resource published every other week and sent to your inbox with the 5 things every leader should know. Good news: it only takes you 5 minutes to read. It’s free. It’s easy. Sign up at www.kairospartnerships.org/newsletterKairos Partnerships: www.kairospartnerships.orgContact: www.kairospartnerships.org/contactTwitter: @jr_briggsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jrbriggs1/Instagram: @jrbri.ggs*Resilient Leaders is produced by Joel Limbauan at On a Limb Productions: www.onalimbproductions.com

On this episode, J.R. shares his three irrefutable elements a leader. A leader is one who:·      Builds trust·      Bears pain·      Gives hopeEach of these are in a symbiotic, overlapping, intermingled relationship, growing and bulding off of each other. If we aren’t building trust, bearing pain, and giving hope then we aren’t leading – plain and simple.***If you enjoy this podcast, can I ask you for a 45 second favor: can you leave a review? It would help us as we seek to equip more leaders in the days ahead.For our full list of episodes and topics, visit: https://www.kairospartnerships.org/resilient-leaders-podcastSign up for 5 Things in 5 Minutes, a resource published every other week and sent to your inbox with the 5 things every leader should know. Good news: it only takes you 5 minutes to read. It’s free. It’s easy. Sign up at www.kairospartnerships.org/newsletterKairos Partnerships: www.kairospartnerships.orgContact: www.kairospartnerships.org/contactTwitter: @jr_briggsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jrbriggs1/Instagram: @jrbri.ggs*Resilient Leaders is produced by Joel Limbauan at On a Limb Productions: www.onalimbproductions.com

In this episode J.R. explores inversion thinking, developed by Carl Jacobi and made famous by Charlie Munger. Inversion thinking (also known as backward thinking) takes us through the backdoor of our thinking to help us arrive at a better, more robust understanding. It also helps us when we disagree with others in conversation.Utilizing inverse thinking can help lead us to be more resilient thinkers and thus, more resilient leaders – and human beings.Link to read more about Charlie Munger’s approach to inversion thinking: https://www.mayooshin.com/inversion-charlie-munger-billionaire-thinking/James Clear on inversion thinking: https://jamesclear.com/inversion***If you enjoy this podcast, can we ask a 45 second favor of you? Can you leave a review for us on iTunes or Stitcher? It would help us as we seek to equip more leaders in the days ahead.For our full list of episodes and topics, visit: https://www.kairospartnerships.org/resilient-leaders-podcastSign up for 5 Things in 5 Minutes, a resource published every other week and sent to your inbox with the 5 things every leader should know. Good news: it only takes you 5 minutes to read. It’s free. It’s easy. Sign up at www.kairospartnerships.org/newsletterInteract with: J.R.Kairos Partnerships: www.kairospartnerships.orgContact: www.kairospartnerships.org/contactTwitter: @jr_briggsResilient Leaders is produced by Joel Limbauan at On a Limb Productions: www.onalimbproductions.com

In this episode J.R. tells the story of Steve Kerr’s resilience:  after ASU fans mock him about his father’s murder, he dropped 22 points on the Sun Devils leading his team to the win. You can read more here: https://www.nytimes.com/2015/06/05/sports/basketball/steve-kerr-and-david-blatt-reached-nba-finals-on-unconventional-paths.htmlJ.R. also explore how resilient leaders must pace themselves, especially as we don’t know how long this leadership race will be. Leaders must:1.    Pace themselves, imaging they are in a leadership marathon2.    Run when they can, and walk when they need – it’s okay to take breaks.3.    Look for other leaders and people to encourage. It helps to encourage you, too.***If you enjoy this podcast, can I ask you for a 45 second favor: can you leave a review? It would help us as we seek to equip more leaders in the days ahead.For our full list of episodes and topics, visit: https://www.kairospartnerships.org/resilient-leaders-podcastSign up for 5 Things in 5 Minutes, a resource published every other week and sent to your inbox with the 5 things every leader should know. Good news: it only takes you 5 minutes to read. It’s free. It’s easy. Sign up at www.kairospartnerships.org/newsletter Kairos Partnerships: www.kairospartnerships.orgContact: www.kairospartnerships.org/contactTwitter: @jr_briggsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jrbriggs1/Instagram: @jrbri.ggs*Resilient Leaders is produced by Joel Limbauan at On a Limb Productions: www.onalimbproductions.com

The New Reality has introduced huge amounts of change in our lives and leadership. Many of us have navigated this well, but we’re tired. Really tired.We’ve talked a lot about physical hygiene the past few months, but on this episode J.R. talks about mental, emotional, relational, and spiritual hygiene practices to make sure we stay healthy. He offers these 8 practices.1.     Stay active2.     Rest well – not just sleeping, but also playing3.     Be grateful – gratitude journal4.    Engage in the "What’s in my control/not in my control?" exercise5.     Keep learning6.     Unplug regularly7.     Set small achievable goals8.     Be real (when you are not well, tell others)Link: Retired astronaut Scott Kelly (New York Times opinion piece): https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/21/opinion/scott-kelly-coronavirus-isolation.html***If you enjoy this podcast, can we ask a 45 second favor of you? Can you leave a review for us on iTunes or Stitcher? It would help us as we seek to equip more leaders in the days ahead. For our full list of episodes and topics, visit: https://www.kairospartnerships.org/resilient-leaders-podcastSign up for 5 Things in 5 Minutes, a resource published every other week and sent to your inbox with the 5 things every leader should know. Good news: it only takes you 5 minutes to read. It’s free. It’s easy. Sign up at www.kairospartnerships.org/newsletterFollow J.R.Kairos Partnerships: www.kairospartnerships.orgContact: www.kairospartnerships.org/contactTwitter: @jr_briggsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jrbriggs1/Instagram: @jrbri.ggsResilient Leaders is produced by Joel Limbauan at On a Limb Productions: www.onalimbproductions.com

On this episode J.R. explores the massive difference between resilient organizations and efficient organizations. They are not the same thing; in fact, they are often opposed to one another.The virus is not merely an interruption; it is a disruption and an accelerator of the future. And resilient organizations (Lyft, Uber Eats, Wikipedia, Netflix, etc.) are doing fine but efficient organizations (the airline industry, malls, AMC Theaters, etc.) are struggling and many may not make it. J.R. referenced three resources:The Starfish and the Spider (Brafman and Beckstrom)The Atlantic article: Efficiency Is Biting Back: Decades of streamlining everything made the U.S. more vulnerable. Edward Tenner: https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2020/04/too-much-efficiency-hazardous-society/610843/The organization Face2Face Masks:www.face2facemasks.org***If you enjoy this podcast, can we ask a 45 second favor of you? Can you leave a review for us on iTunes or Stitcher? It would help us as we seek to equip more leaders in the days ahead.For our full list of episodes and topics, visit: https://www.kairospartnerships.org/resilient-leaders-podcastSign up for 5 Things in 5 Minutes, a resource published every other week and sent to your inbox with the 5 things every leader should know. Good news: it only takes you 5 minutes to read. It’s free. It’s easy. Sign up at www.kairospartnerships.org/newsletterFollow J.R.Kairos Partnerships: www.kairospartnerships.orgContact: www.kairospartnerships.org/contactTwitter: @jr_briggsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jrbriggs1/Instagram: @jrbri.ggsResilient Leaders is produced by Joel Limbauan at On a Limb Productions: www.onalimbproductions.com

Leaders have a love/hate relationship with email. We can’t live with it, we can’t live without it. So how do we manage emails so we can get on to more important things like leading? On this episode J.R. shares 15 ridiculously practical and crucial email principles resilient leaders can live by.Here are the Crucial 15:Respond to every personal email you receive within 24-48 hoursEmails should be 5 sentences or less - unless you are writing to a group of people who need specific instructions. If more than 5 sentences, pick up the phone.Be clear. Be clear. Be clear.Use cc and bcc functions appropriately.Don’t do the slow drip approach to email.Eliminate notifications from your phoneDo not use ‘reply all’ unless specifically instructed to do so by the sender.Eliminate as many grammatical errors and typos as possible.Email is for information transfer, not emotional engagement.Refrain from ending an email with the line “let me know how I can help.”Effective people always add value to people’s lives. Therefore, seek to add value to others in your emails.Don’t read your email each morning until you’ve eaten three frogs.Operation Inbox Five: work to have no more than 5 emails in your inbox at any given timeUnsubscribe from all unnecessary email subscription lists.Remember: just five sentences or less.***If you enjoy this podcast, can we ask a 45 second favor of you? Can you leave a review for us on iTunes or Stitcher? It would help us as we seek to equip more leaders in the days ahead.For our full list of episodes and topics, visit: https://www.kairospartnerships.org/resilient-leaders-podcastSign up for 5 Things in 5 Minutes, a resource published every other week and sent to your inbox with the 5 things every leader should know. Good news: it only takes you 5 minutes to read. It’s free. It’s easy. Sign up at www.kairospartnerships.org/newsletterFollow J.R.Kairos Partnerships: www.kairospartnerships.orgContact: www.kairospartnerships.org/contactTwitter: @jr_briggsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jrbriggs1/Instagram: @jrbri.ggsResilient Leaders is produced by Joel Limbauan at On a Limb Productions: www.onalimbproductions.com