Joe Bohringer | Keep Your Edge Without Burning Out

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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