When keynote speaker and emotional intelligence expert Rich Bracken was let go from a job he loved, while doing great work, it could’ve been the end of his story. Instead, it became the beginning of something bigger.In this episode, J.R. talks with Rich about the moment that changed everything: losing security, rebuilding confidence, and learning how to manage emotions instead of being ruled by them. From anxiety-driven hustle culture to the myth of “always on,” they explore what it really means to lead with EQ, and why kindness, awareness, and self-reflection might just be the ultimate competitive edge.Key topics:How emotional intelligence transforms setbacks into growthWhy rejection is often redirectionManaging self-doubt in high-performance environmentsThe danger of hustle culture and the myth of constant motionThe role of empathy in leadership and lifeLearn more about Rich:🌐 Website: www.richbracken.com💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rich-brackenListen if you’ve ever felt the storm, and needed to remember that sometimes the rain is what makes you grow.

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