
Resilience For Leaders Under Pressure with John O'Leary
From Elite Achievement by Kristin Burke
May 28, 2026 · 39 min · Season 3 · Episode 171
About this episode
John O'Leary discusses the importance of resilience and leadership fundamentals in navigating adversity.
Resilience is not built in a single moment. It is built through the small choices, habits, and perspectives we return to over time. John O’Leary shares lessons on adversity, leadership, and why the fundamentals we practice every day often matter more than the big moments we remember. • Why asking “why not me?” creates a different response to adversity • How the signals we pay attention to shape the way we lead and think • The role of service and small actions in building belief and purpose • Why leadership fundamentals compound over time About John: John O’Leary is a bestselling author, internationally recognized speaker, and host of the Live Inspired Podcast. After surviving a devastating accident at age nine that doctors believed he would not survive, John went on to inspire millions through his message of resilience, hope, and purposeful living. He has shared his story and insights with audiences around the world, helping individuals and organizations navigate adversity, strengthen mindset, and lead with greater intention. His story has been brought to life in the feature film Soul on Fire. Connect with John Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnoleary.inspires/ Linkedin…
People in this episode
Host: Kristin Burke
Guest: John O'Leary
Topics covered
- resilience
- leadership
- adversity
- mindset
- service
- purpose
Keywords
- resilience
- leadership
- adversity
- mindset
- service
- purpose
- small actions
- belief
- inspiration
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