Jenn Drummond | Turn Your Setbacks Into Summits

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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