Episode #151
Transform adversity by reflecting on it and flipping negative narratives into empowering ones.
Prioritize what’s most important by saying no with integrity to avoid overload and do your best work.
Adopt a growth mindset—keep learning, take accountability, and ‘fail forward’ to continually evolve.
We're not in a culture of no. We're in a culture of yes.
The difference between those that get it and those that don't are the ones that take a personal accountability for what role they played in that failure and what they can do with that failure to be a better human being.
Life is a perpetual motion. And if you're not changing, I think you're dying.
The value of adversity. (50:01)
Dr. James Kelley, author of The Crucible’s Gift: 5 Lessons from Authentic Leaders Who Thrive in Adversity. Dr. Kelley brings a fresh perspective to leadership. From a humble home in Portland, Oregon to earning his Ph.D. and living near Dubai with his wife and four children, James’ journey is full of adversity.
He also has a keen interest in the adversity that shapes great leaders around the world.
Whether it’s on his podcast, Executives After Hours, or giving a keynote speech at a conference, James loves to dive deep and share stories of how and why leaders need crucible moments to be a better version of themselves.
James believes that his unique journey filled with ups and downs, twists and turns and a driving curiosity equips him to bring great value to the world of executive leadership.
