Never Quit on a Bad Day: The Power of Showing Up - S3E5

09/09/2025 15 min Temporada 3 Episodio 4

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Summary:Join Jason Rogers and Garth Nichols for a deep dive into Phebe Trotman's book, Never Quit on a Bad Day. They explore the crucial role of resilience and showing up in leadership, particularly during difficult times. The discussion highlights the value of building a personal board of directors for mentorship and guidance, and the power of vulnerability in connecting with others. This episode is about leading with purpose, overcoming challenges, and finding joy in the journey.Top Takeaways:Showing Up Is Everything: A leader’s presence, especially during tough times, is a powerful signal of support and commitment.Grit Is a Combination of Habits: Perseverance, positivity, and a commitment to continuous learning are the key components of true grit.The Power of Mentorship: A personal board of directors—a diverse group of mentors—provides invaluable perspectives and guidance for navigating challenges.Vulnerability Creates Connection: Leaders who are willing to be vulnerable foster trust and empower others to embrace their own struggles.Character Is Built Daily: Leadership and strong character are not inherent traits, but rather habits that are cultivated through consistent, daily effort.Sound Bites:"Character is a habit." "Keep leading and reading." "This book is an incredible gift." Chapters:00:00 - Introduction to Leadership and Bad Days 05:01 - The Importance of Showing Up 08:22 - Personal Board of Directors 11:14 - Resilience and Overcoming Challenges 13:09 - Leading with Joy and Authenticity 13:37 - Beards Book Club Outro (and a look at next week's book!)

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