The Resilient Leaders Podcast with J.R. Briggs

NFL coach Pete Carroll said that accountability means “you can count on me.” What does it mean to hold ourselves and others appropriately accountable? . . . If you’re interested in securing a free no-pressure exploratory coaching session, check out www.kairospartnerships.org/contact or email me at jrbriggs@kairospartnerships.org If you haven’t signed up for my every other week FREE newsletter 5 Th...

Every leader, especially every resilient leader, must be asking questions. But which are the right questions to be asking? On this episode, we’ll explore the five vital questions every leader should ask regularly about their organization, your team, your church, your non-profit . . . If you’re interested in securing a free no-pressure exploratory coaching session, check out www.kairospartnerships....

Today we talk about two things that few people do, but are so crucial to leadership that I call them superpowers. You want to increase your leadership noticeably? Just be committed to following up and following through. It’s not very sexy, but they are irreplaceable to effective leadership. And it doesn’t need to take a lot of time or energy – just intentionality. . . . If you’re interested in sec...

It’s easy to conflate the terms delegating and empowering – but there is a significant difference. Today we’ll explore that difference and how you can go about empowering others to become a leader-multiplier. . . . 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/5...

Today we explore two seemingly unimportant women from the ancient world that had a dramatic impact on the future, reminding us that leading can happen in even in the most unexpected places. . . . 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 Coaching is THE...

Today we’ll unpack the highly underrated value of being an anticipatory leader – to see and be prepared for things before they happen. . . . We’re offering another FREE webinar for leaders who want to grow in their question-asking. This one will be on Holy Curiosity: Understanding the Questions of the Bible on May 28th from 1-2pm ET. You can sign up for FREE at https://www.kairospartnerships.org/u...

On this unique episode, J.R. reflects on a vivid dream he had, how it impacted him, and how he believes it can impact every leader’s life. . . . We’re offering another FREE webinar for leaders who want to grow in their question-asking. This one will be on Holy Curiosity: Understanding the Questions of the Bible on May 28th from 1-2pm ET. You can sign up for FREE at https://www.kairospartnerships.o...

We know what joy is not – it’s not happiness, it’s not based on circumstances or things or feelings. But what, then, is joy? How do we define it? On this episode we’ll explore the surprising definition of joy and how we can cultivate it in our own life and leadership. . . . We’re offering another FREE webinar for leaders who want to grow in their question-asking. This one will be on Holy Curiosity...

What if the most impactful act of leadership you engaged in this week (or any week) took less than five minutes and it didn’t require a lot of mental energy or deep thinking – would you do it? Today we explore a simple practice that makes a huge difference in people’s lives. . . . We’re offering another FREE webinar for leaders who want to grow in their question-asking. This one will be on Holy Cu...

Leaders are faced with so many decisions. How are we to have the right perspective to know how to make wise decisions moving forward? Today we look at Edward deBono’s 6 thinking hats as a framework to help us with decision-making. . . . 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.ka...

Leadership is great – but it’s also hard. And sometimes we need some encouragement to remind us we’re not alone. On this episode, J.R. speaks from the heart to encourage you in whatever leadership context or situation you find yourself in. . . . 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 o...

J.R. tells the story of the time he bought a red Jeep Cherokee – and the next day, everyone else did the same thing. He explores the Baader-Meinhoff principle and it applies to your 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 out www.kairospartnerships.org/5t5m Coaching is...

Social media is like fire, water, or electricity. It holds immense power and can be used positive or negatively. It all depends upon how you use it. On this episode, J.R. unpacks the 9 questions that every leader must ask regarding their social media engagement and use. . . . 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...

It’s March Madness season, one of the best times of the year for sports fans. But it also gives us the opportunity to learn something significant about how to remain resilient in 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 out www.kairospartnerships.org/5t5m Coaching is TH...

On this episode, J.R. shares an exciting announcement: we’re hiring! And it’s for one of the most important positions since we launched in 2011: the Director of Mission Advancement and Operations. Do you believe this might be a great fit for you - or do you know someone who might? . . . LINK TO APPLICATION FOR THE DIRECTOR OF MISSION ADVANCEMENT AND OPPERATIONS POSITION: https://www.kairospartners...

Oftentimes we hear that leadership is a marathon. And in many ways it is… but what if instead we thought of it in 6-week spurts? Today we’ll explore a simple structure to help plan out your next 6 weeks to make your leadership pace more manageable and beneficial. . . . 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 m...

If you want to be an effective leader we must have the bone-deep conviction that we did not arrive here by ourselves. It requires many other people to see a vision through. That’s why recognition is so powerful -and necessary – to good leadership. Today we’ll hear stories about the power of recognition and we can press into that in our leadership more often. . . . If you haven’t signed up for my e...

Asking good questions are an essential of being an effective and resilient leader. Today we’ll explore 2 specific, practical ways you can start to improve your question-asking this week. . . . 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 Coaching is THE MO...

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 out www.kairospartnerships.org/5t5m Coaching is THE MOST SIGNIFICANT WAY leaders can grow in their leadership. Interest...

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 out www.kairospartnerships.or...

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 nugge...

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.or...

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 gr...

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...

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 Leaders https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TwFmzG9cwYek1VPlmcvtfr3P9uRbJk6X/edit RESOURCE 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...