Ever feel like the more you expect from yourself, the tighter you get?

The pressure builds. Your focus slips. And instead of living free, you start overthinking every move – at work, at home, on the field, wherever you compete.

Let's be real. High expectations don't automatically lead to high performance. In fact, when your mind is overloaded with expectations, your performance usually pays the price. What feels like discipline often turns into pressure, anxiety, and hesitation.

What I've learned through my work with pro and executive athletes is simple but counterintuitive: performance doesn't come from expectation – it comes from preparation. And when your preparation is dialed in, freedom shows up.

Freedom fuels confidence. And confidence unlocks your best game.

In this week's 5-Minute Drill on Coming Up Clutch with J.R™, I break down the exact mindset shift and 3-step strategy I use with elite competitors to help them:

• Stop choking under pressure and start playing free
• Reallocate expectations from results to preparation
• Trust the outcome while staying locked into the process

So if you're tired of gripping tighter and getting worse…

If you're frustrated that your talent isn't translating into consistent performance…

And if you want to bring your best – not just at work, but at home too – this episode is for you!

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Why overloading yourself with high performance expectations often leads to worse results.
• The story of an MLB player who immediately regained freedom, confidence, and high-level performance after one subtle shift in his mindset.
• Science-backed reasons that explain why focusing on preparation over outcomes is a must.
• A powerful biblical example from the story of David and Goliath about how trusting God and leaning into your preparation leads to victory.
• The 3-step strategy to overcome the expectation trap.

Key Quotes

• "When your mind is overloaded with performance expectations, your performance typically pays the price." - J.R.
• "Preparation creates freedom. Freedom fuels performance." - J.R.
• "We're not guaranteed success because of high expectations. We're put in better position to enjoy success because of our preparation." - J.R.

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Ever wonder what it really takes to win when the scoreboard is measuring you every single day?

You step into a leadership role thinking it's about strategy…but then the pressure hits, the standards blur, and the noise around you gets loud. Suddenly the game feels a lot harder than you expected.

That's why I had to bring Joe Bohringer on the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show — a World Series Champion executive who's spent 31 seasons navigating one of the most cutthroat environments in sports. Joe's the guy behind the decisions, the culture, and the standards that build champions.

So, if you're ready to lead at a higher level (without getting swallowed by the chaos), then lock into this episode!

In this episode, you'll hear:

• How to keep your competitive edge sharp without burning out
• Joe's simple 3-step decision-making framework for making high-stakes decisions with clarity and confidence
• Why elite teams evolve from accountability to personal responsibility (and how to get your team there)
• The mindset Joe learned from Theo Epstein and helping the Cubs win the 2016 World Series
• The first step leaders must take to raise team standards and gain true buy-in
• Why "It takes what it takes" is more than a slogan and how to apply it to your life and leadership

Key Quotes

• "Winning is not normal. If it was normal, everyone would do it." – Joe Bohringer
• "It takes what it takes." – Joe Bohringer
• "If you can just set your mind that you want to get a little bit better today than you were yesterday, you're going to have a chance to ultimately get where you want to go." – Joe Bohringer

Connect with Joe

• Website: https://jbexecutivecoach.com
• LinkedIn: @joe-bohringer
• X: @Joe_Bohringer

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• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesJRreid
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You ever feel like your phone owns YOU?

Every ding and light-up screen yanking you around like a dog on a leash?

The "urgent" text that could've waited.
The random notification breaking your focus.
The email that suddenly derails your morning.

Let's be real. You're not "staying connected." You're being controlled. And it's costing you your focus. Your energy. Your relationships. YOUR GOALS.

What I learned very quickly in my professional career – if you don't manage how people get access to you, they will control you. And when you're "ON" 24/7? That's not commitment – that's chaos!

That's why in this week's 5-Minute Drill on the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show, I share the exact 3-play strategy I use to…

• Protect your boundaries without losing results
• Minimize distractions, so you can maximize your momentum
• Put your phone (and the people who abuse your availability) back in their place

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Why constantly being "ON" 24/7 is usually a symptom of a poor or non-existent communication strategy.
• How Nehemiah's focus while rebuilding Jerusalem's wall offers a biblical blueprint for resisting constant digital distractions.
• A 3-play strategy to manage your phone use and protect your focus.
• Two tactics to weaken the habit loop and reduce impulse checking your phone.
• How to use the Eisenhower Matrix to filter true priorities from false emergencies.
• Practical steps to create a communication strategy so you can protect your boundaries and define urgency on your terms.

Key Quotes

• "If what is asking to get your attention is not urgent or important, it can wait." - J.R.
• "Your phone and its apps aren't bad. Your management of them is." - J.R.
• "Define urgent and important on your terms." - J.R.

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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesjrreid/
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• Website: jamesreid.com
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Ever feel paralyzed by fear?

You've got a bold move in front of you...but that inner voice gets loud —

"What if I fail?"
"What if I blow it?"
"What will people think?"

Let's be real – most high performers talk a big game when it comes to fear, but behind the scenes?

They're running from it.
Masking it.
Praying it disappears.

That's why I had to bring Jenn Drummond on the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show. She's the first woman in history to climb the Seven Second Summits — the second-highest (and often most dangerous) peaks on every continent. She's also a mom of seven.

Jenn's not just climbing mountains, she's helping everyday leaders like you climb the ones that live between your ears.

So, if you've been letting fear talk you out of making bold moves, this episode will no doubt light a fire under you.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• How a near-fatal car crash became Jenn's turning point — and the bold mindset shift that launched her world-record mountaineering journey
• Why fear isn't something to avoid, but something to work with
• How to stop being your own worst critic
• A surprising reason your kids (and you) need more struggle
• Why celebration and reflection aren't luxuries — they're non-negotiables for greatness
• A powerful reframe on comparison and accountability

Key Quotes

• "It's a gift to be scared." - Jenn Drummond
• "You don't get rid of fear. You work with it." - Jenn Drummond
• "Big mountains take big teams. So stop asking how, and start asking who can help you get to the top." - Jenn Drummond

Resources from this Episode

• Website: https://jenndrummond.com/
• IG: @thejenndrummond
• LinkedIn: @jenn-drummond
• YouTube: @jenndrummond
• Tik Tok: @thejenndrummond

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• Website: jamesreid.com
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You ever make a decision that looked like a win on paper…but deep down, your gut was screaming, "This ain't it"?

You ignored it. Took the deal. Signed the contract. And just weeks later…you're stuck. Trapped. Miserable.

I've been there. And it sucked.

But here's what I learned: That bad decision didn't break me. It built me. That is, once I decided to stop burying my pain and start learning from it. That mistake became the foundation of a decision-making framework I now teach to my private clients, Clutch Club Members, and keynote audiences around the country.

In this week's 5-Minute Drill on the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show, I'm going to show you…

• How to use regret as an advantage
• The 3-step strategy I used to turn my failure into a framework
• The truth about redemption your shame doesn't want you to hear

So if you've ever looked in the mirror and thought, "Man, did I just screw up." This episode is for YOU. Because your bad decision isn't a dead-end. It's raw building material.

Let's get it!

In this episode, you will hear:

• Why a bad decision can be one of your greatest teachers
• How to use self-distancing to process regret
• What King David's story teaches us about redemption and leadership
• The 3-step Drill to turn past mistakes into future momentum
• Why clarity and conviction are only one decision away

Key Quotes

• "A bad decision can build you — if you let it." - J.R.
• "Redemption begins where reflection replaces reaction." - J.R.
• "David's mistake didn't end his legacy. His response redefined it." - J.R.

Connect with J.R.

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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesjrreid/
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• Website: jamesreid.com
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Ever feel stuck in the middle of a big decision?

You've weighed the options. Prayed about it. Gotten advice from your inner circle. And STILL…

You hesitate.

Let's call it what it is: indecision. And for high-performers like us, that hesitation costs WAY more than we think. That's why I had to bring back Paul Epstein on the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show this week.

Paul's a former 15-year NFL & NBA executive who's shattered revenue records, built billion-dollar brands, and led teams in some of the most high-pressure environments on the planet. Now, as a global speaker and best-selling author, he's on a mission to help leaders make better decisions faster — without burning out, compromising their values, or carrying regret.

If you want to make better decisions faster, then lock in to today's episode with Paul.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Why Win Monday is the most important decision you can make
• The framework for making better decisions faster and avoiding regret
• The difference between blue skies confidence and unshakable confidence
• How to practically connect your core values to daily decisions so they don't just die on the wall
• What to do when a decision that felt right turns out wrong — and how to move forward with growth, not guilt
• How to evaluate high-stakes choices (like business pivots or two great paths) with clarity

Key Quotes

• "The most important decision that anybody can make in their life is to win Monday." - Paul Epstein
• "Head + heart = hands. If your head and heart are in, green light. If neither is in, red light." - Paul Epstein
• "You can use your past decision to either break you or build you." - J.R.

Connect with Paul

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulepsteinspeaks/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulepsteinspeaks/
• Website: https://www.paulepsteinspeaks.com/
• Win Monday Resources: https://www.paulepsteinspeaks.com/sign-up-monday-momentum

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• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesJRreid
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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesjrreid/
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• Website: jamesreid.com
• Check out The Clutch Club™️: jamesreid.com/club (For Men Only)

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A strong family can change generations. But here's the kicker: if you're not intentionally and consistently building a stronger family…if you're distracted and divided at home…you're leaving the door wide open for chaos and pain.

I've lived this – for years, I was winning professionally while slowly losing personally. And I'll tell you – success on the outside doesn't erase the sting of settling inside your own four walls.

That's why this week's 5-Minute Drill on the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show is a conversation that we must have (and more often). I'm breaking down how to build a family that can't be shaken, especially in this crazy world we're living in right now. I'll give you a simple, 3-step drill to strengthen your foundation and protect the people who matter most. I'm going to help you:

• Close the door the enemy's been trying to walk through
• Anchor your family around your intention and presence
• Start building a legacy that lasts generations

So, if you want a reliable way to continually strengthen your family, then lock in to this episode.

Let's get it!

In this episode, you will hear:

• Why the enemy fears strong families — and how he tries to break yours down.
• The grit it takes to build relationships that last.
• Why provision without presence is just abandonment in disguise.
• A 3-step strategy to strengthen your family's foundation.
• How the Built Stronger Challenge™ can help you build stronger faith, fitness, and family before 2026 — and why you must act before Nov. 2.

Key Quotes

• "Providing for your family financially without being present for them consistently is abandonment dressed up as success." - J.R.
• "If you're not intentionally taking steps to build a stronger family, you're leaving the door wide open for the enemy to enter and shake up your foundation." - J.R.

Connect with J.R.

• Join the Built Stronger Challenge™️: builtstrongerchallenge.com (For Men Only)
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesJRreid
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesjrreid/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesjrreid/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/jamesJRreid
• Website: jamesreid.com
• Check out The Clutch Club™️: jamesreid.com/club (For Men Only)

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You ever notice how chaos always seems to hit when you're at your weakest?

One bad night's sleep.
A stretch of skipped workouts.
A week of high stress where your mind is cloudy and your emotions are raw.

That's when the enemy strikes.

Here's the kicker: We live in a world full of chaos and evil. And when you're weak – physically, mentally, or emotionally – you're exposed.

Think about it…

• When your body is off, your focus goes with it.
• When your emotions are scattered, your leadership takes a hit.
• When your mind isn't sharp, you won't even see the attacks coming.

Romans 12:2 calls us to "be transformed by the renewing of your mind." Translation? Your physical, emotional, AND mental fitness isn't optional.

That's why, on this week's 5-Minute Drill on the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show, I'm giving you a practical drill to help you…

• Build resilience physically, mentally, and emotionally
• Stop leaving the door open for the enemy
• Lead your family from a position of strength

So if you're tired of getting caught up with everything going on in the world…if you're ready to lead from a position of strength in these crazy times, then lock in to this episode.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Why if the enemy can't take your heart, he'll attack your mind and body (and what to do about it).
• How fitness isn't just physical – it's spiritual, mental, and emotional, and weakness in any area leaves you exposed.
• Why skipping your own fitness is a selfish move.
• How Marcus Filly's Functional Bodybuilding philosophy, "Look Good. Move Well." helps men build lasting strength without burnout.
• A 3-step drill to start building stronger fitness.
• Why the Built Stronger Challenge™ is your opportunity to dominate 2026.

Key Quotes

• "If the enemy can't get your heart or your body, he'll go after your mind." - J.R.
• "Fitness isn't just physical — it's mental, emotional, and spiritual. Weakness in any area leaves you exposed." - J.R.

Connect with J.R.

• Sign up for the Built Stronger Challenge™️: builtstrongerchallenge.com
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesJRreid
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesjrreid/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesjrreid/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/jamesJRreid
• Website: jamesreid.com
• Check out The Clutch Club™️: jamesreid.com/club (For Men Only)

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