Coming Up Clutch with J.R. Helping Pro and Executive Athletes maximize their success and significance

James "J.R." Reid
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James "J.R." Reid goes behind the scenes with the elite of the elite and shares strategies to help you thrive under intense pressure and come up clutch more often. Discover how you can master your mind, relationships, and money to ensure they're an asset during your pursuit of greatness instead of a liability. Since 2005, J.R. has been a trusted coach, mentor, and advisor to the world's top athletes, public figures, and executives and is considered one of the "Navy Seals of Life Coaching." Coming Up Clutch™ is a mix of interviews, special co-hosts, and solo shows from J.R. that will energize and empower you to show up differently, compete more confidently, and live with more energy. If you're relentless about becoming world-class, you won't want to miss the gold that comes from these episodes. Hit subscribe and get ready to unlock the beast inside.

  1. 1D AGO

    Damon Lembi | Win or Learn: The Mindset That Separates Elite Leaders

    Ever feel like you're doing all the right things…reading the books, listening to podcasts, consuming great content…yet nothing is actually changing? You're not lazy. You're not undisciplined. And you're definitely not lacking information. In this episode of Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™, J.R. sits down with Damon Lembi, 3x bestselling author, CEO of Learnit, and former elite athlete. Together, we confront a hard truth too many high-capacity men avoid: Learning without execution is a form of self-betrayal. This conversation goes beyond leadership theory and productivity hacks. It tackles identity, pressure, feedback, and why elite leaders consistently close the gap between knowing and doing, especially when the pressure is on. This episode is about one defining distinction: It's not win or lose. It's win or learn. In this episode, you'll hear: Why stress-driven, hustle-fueled performance feels productive but quietly drains your joy, clarity, and long-term impact The powerful distinction between being activated by pressure and being truly alive through purpose and connection How avoiding hard emotions doesn't protect you – it actually shrinks your capacity for joy, fulfillment, and purpose Why so many high performers struggle to access purpose when they've numbed or buried what's happening beneath the surface Why you can't think your way out of burnout, anxiety, or dark seasons and what it means to stabilize your nervous system first Simple, science-backed actions that help you regain clarity when life feels overwhelming KEY QUOTES "Get off your butt and do something. Take action. Don't be a victim." - Damon Lembi "Learning without doing is treason." - David Katz (via Damon Lembi) "If you make the move and you screw up… you didn't lose. There's an opportunity to learn so you could then move forward." - Damon Lembi "Know-it-alls…they want confirmation bias. They want yes men around them. Learn-it-alls are curious, open-minded, and always looking for a better way." - Damon Lembi CONNECT WITH DAMON LEMBI Podcast: The Learn-It-All Podcast  Website: https//www.TheLearnItAllLeader.com   Learnit: https://www.Learnit.com   The Learn-It-All Leader: https://a.co/d/5oebQ6a   The Learn-It-All Leader for Kids: https://a.co/d/eQ5D2nl   Instagram @damonlembi  Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/damonlembi  Youtube: @thelearnitallpodcast  X: @damonlembi NEXT STEPS Listen to the full episode: https://jamesreid.com/lembi-cuc Want to bring your best home more consistently? Take the Invisible Four™ Assessment and uncover what's quietly blocking you: https://jamesreid.com/assessment Follow J.R. on Social (@jamesJRreid): Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | X Visit J.R.'s website: https://jamesreid.com RATE & REVIEW this episode on Apple: https://jamesreid.com/review. We'd love it if you could drop a review or 5-star rating! Simply select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. SHARE this episode with someone who wants to be challenged, pushed, and positioned to come up clutch more often. SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on any new episodes and Special Guests! Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. LISTEN to previous episodes on Apple, Spotify, or whatever podcast platform you prefer!

    46 min

  2. MAR 25

    5 Minute Drill | Stop Letting Guilt Run Your Decisions

    Ever make a smart, responsible, even prayerful decision…and still feel guilty afterward? You're not convicted. Not uncertain. Just…heavy. You replay it in your head. Second-guess yourself. Wonder if you let your family down, even when no one said a word. In this 5-Minute Drill episode of Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™, J.R. pulls back the curtain on what's really happening when guilt hijacks your decisions, especially for high-capacity, faith-driven men who care deeply about their families and leadership. This episode reframes guilt through the lens of human performance science, neuroscience, and Scripture, and challenges the false belief that guilt always equals moral failure or a lack of faith. The truth? Not all guilt is conviction. Some of it is conditioning. In this episode, you'll hear: Why not all guilt is conviction and how some guilt is actually a conditioned response from past experiences How your nervous system can make mistakes, causing you to feel guilty even when you're making wise decisions Why planning, prudence, and professional responsibility don't equal a lack of faith How King David turned past guilt into wisdom instead of paralysis, and what leaders can learn from his response A simple framework to discern conviction vs. conditioning so guilt doesn't hijack your leadership A practical 4-step strategy to help you interpret guilt accurately and act with clarity at home, work, and beyond What you'll walk away with… You'll learn how to: Stop assuming guilt always means you're doing something wrong Recognize when your brain is reacting to old data, not present reality Separate past identity from present responsibility Lead decisively without carrying every decision for days Put guilt on the table instead of letting it run the show KEY QUOTES "Guilt isn't just a moral emotion. It's a threat signal." - J.R. "Guilt shows up faster and louder—not because you're failing, but because you care…you care a lot, ESPECIALLY about your family." - J.R. "Your brain can't tell the difference between something happening again and something that just looks the same. So it reacts like you're making the same mistake, even when you're not." - J.R. "Sometimes your guilt is old data trying to protect you in a new season." - J.R. "Our job as high-capacity leaders isn't to silence guilt. It's to interpret it accurately, then take action." - J.R. NEXT STEPS Listen to the full episode: https://jamesreid.com/episode350 Want to bring your best home more consistently? Take the Invisible Four™ Assessment and uncover what's quietly blocking you: https://jamesreid.com/assessment Ready for elite strategy and mentorship? Learn more about The Clutch Club™ (for men only): https://theclutchclub.com Follow J.R. on Social (@jamesJRreid): Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | X Visit J.R.'s website: https://jamesreid.com RATE & REVIEW this episode on Apple: https://jamesreid.com/review. We'd love it if you could drop a review or 5-star rating! Simply select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. SHARE this episode with someone who wants to be challenged, pushed, and positioned to come up clutch more often. SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on any new episodes and Special Guests! Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. LISTEN to previous episodes on Apple, Spotify, or whatever podcast platform you prefer!

    17 min

  3. MAR 18

    Dr. Camille Preston | The Hidden Cost of Stress-Driven Performance

    Ever feel like you're doing all the "right" things – working hard, providing well, pushing forward – yet something still feels off? You're not lazy. You're not broken. And you're not losing your edge. In this episode of Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™, J.R. sits down with Dr. Camille Preston, psychologist, executive coach, and founder of AIM Leadership, to unpack the hidden cost of stress-driven performance (and why hustle alone can quietly drain your joy, clarity, and long-term impact). This conversation challenges the belief that pressure-fueled performance is the price of success and reframes what it really takes to perform at a high level and feel fully alive. In this episode, you'll hear: Why stress-driven, hustle-fueled performance feels productive but quietly drains your joy, clarity, and long-term impact The powerful distinction between being activated by pressure and being truly alive through purpose and connection How avoiding hard emotions doesn't protect you – it actually shrinks your capacity for joy, fulfillment, and purpose Why so many high performers struggle to access purpose when they've numbed or buried what's happening beneath the surface Why you can't think your way out of burnout, anxiety, or dark seasons and what it means to stabilize your nervous system first Simple, science-backed actions that help you regain clarity when life feels overwhelming KEY QUOTES "Reach out to three people you love. Call them. Add value. Connect." - Dr. Camille Preston "Your knowledge is not just in your head – it's in your body." - Dr. Camille Preston "What makes for a really good life is the quality of your relationships." - Dr. Camille Preston "You're not alone." - Dr. Camille Preston  CONNECT WITH DR. CAMILLE PRESTON Book: Living Real: Redefining Success, Presence, and Happiness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/camillepreston Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/camillepreston17/ Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/camille.preston.54 NEXT STEPS Listen to the full episode: https://jamesreid.com/preston-cuc Want to bring your best home more consistently? Take the Invisible Four™ Assessment and uncover what's quietly blocking you: https://jamesreid.com/assessment Ready for elite strategy and mentorship? Learn more about The Clutch Club™ (for men only): https://theclutchclub.com Follow J.R. on Social (@jamesJRreid): Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | X Visit J.R.'s website: https://jamesreid.com RATE & REVIEW this episode on Apple: https://jamesreid.com/review. We'd love it if you could drop a review or 5-star rating! Simply select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. SHARE this episode with someone who wants to be challenged, pushed, and positioned to come up clutch more often. SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on any new episodes and Special Guests! Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. LISTEN to previous episodes on Apple, Spotify, or whatever podcast platform you prefer!

    48 min

  4. MAR 11

    5 Minute Drill | Can Social Media Help You Recover?

    Ever finish a long, pressure-filled day, sit down to "decompress," and still feel drained, distracted, or guilty? You're not broken. And social media isn't automatically the problem. In this 5-Minute Drill episode of Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™, J.R. challenges the popular narrative that all screen time is bad and reframes what's really going on beneath the surface – biologically, psychologically, and spiritually. This episode is about one simple truth: Decompression isn't the enemy. Unintentional decompression is. In this episode, you'll hear: Why decompression itself isn't the problem – and how unintentional decompression quietly drains your energy and presence What brain science says about stress, self-control, and why your nervous system craves familiarity after long, pressure-filled days How Scripture reframes rest and recovery as part of human design, not a lack of discipline or faith How to use your future best self to decide what to consume before you scroll A simple framework that turns social media from a liability into a recovery tool How adding purpose and guardrails to screen time helps you show up calmer, clearer, and more present at home What you'll walk away with… You'll learn how to: Stop shaming yourself for needing recovery Recognize the difference between recovery and escape Intentionally decompress without losing your edge Transition from work to rest to presence with clarity and control No fluff. No guilt. Just a practical, science-backed and faith-aligned strategy you can use today. KEY QUOTES "The problem is NOT social media – it's [social media] consumption without purpose." - J.R. "This is why social media content that you prefer…content that you interpret as a release…it can actually reduce cognitive load and help your brain move toward recovery." - J.R. "Even Jesus withdrew regularly to quiet places—not to quit, but to recover…to restore capacity…to decompress." - J.R. NEXT STEPS Listen to the full episode: https://jamesreid.com/episode348 Want to bring your best home more consistently? Take the Invisible Four™ Assessment and uncover what's quietly blocking you: https://jamesreid.com/assessment Ready for elite strategy and mentorship? Learn more about The Clutch Club™ (for men only): https://theclutchclub.com Follow J.R. on Social (@jamesJRreid): https://www.facebook.com/jamesJRreid https://www.instagram.com/jamesjrreid https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesjrreid https://x.com/jamesJRreid Visit J.R.'s website: https://jamesreid.com RATE & REVIEW this episode on Apple: https://jamesreid.com/review. We'd love it if you could drop a review or 5-star rating! Simply select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. SHARE this episode with someone who wants to be challenged, pushed, and positioned to come up clutch more often. SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on any new episodes and Special Guests! Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. LISTEN to previous episodes on Apple, Spotify, or whatever podcast platform you prefer!

    20 min

  5. MAR 4

    Josh Lindblom | The Identity and Awareness Shift Most Elite Men Miss

    Winning doesn't always feel like winning, does it? On paper, things look good. Career's moving. Family's intact. You're respected. You're providing. And yet… something feels off. You're productive, but restless. Successful, but never settled. Winning, but not at peace. That tension usually isn't a discipline problem. It's an identity problem. That's exactly why I sat down with Josh Lindblom on the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show. Josh spent 15 years in professional baseball, reached the highest level, and still found himself asking a haunting question after his Major League debut: "What now?" In this episode, we go straight at the three lies most driven men live by: I am what I produce I am what I have I am what others say about me These affirmations work…until they don't. They help you win professionally, but they quietly drain your inner life, your marriage, and your ability to recover and be present. So if you're winning, but still asking yourself, "Why doesn't this feel like enough?" This conversation is for you. In this episode, you'll hear: Why most driven men unknowingly live from false identity stories and how those stories quietly fuel pressure, fear, and inconsistency Why you don't "leave" performance-based identity when the uniform comes off and what it takes to re-anchor your worth How awareness becomes the gateway to real change, and why you can't fix what you're not willing to notice Simple, practical reflection rhythms that increase clarity, emotional regulation, and alignment without overcomplicating your faith or schedule Why many high-performing marriages aim to "not lose" instead of win, and how that mindset quietly erodes connection A repeatable framework for healthy conflict that helps spouses operate as allies, take ownership, and resolve tension in a way where both people win KEY QUOTES "Performance usually is driven by fear and it's really, really hard to be consistent when performance is driven by fear." - Josh Lindblom "It's really hard to play the game if the goal posts are always moving." - Josh Lindblom "Marriage isn't designed to be good. Marriage is designed to get increasingly better every year of your life." - Josh Lindblom CONNECT WITH JOSH Instagram: @jlboomer25 | https://www.instagram.com/jlboomer25/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-lindblom-02b2ba180/ X: @joshlindblom52 | https://x.com/JoshLindblom52 Website: https://www.congruency.co/ NEXT STEPS Listen to the full episode: https://jamesreid.com/lindblom-cuc Want to bring your best home more consistently? Take the Invisible Four™ Assessment and uncover what's quietly blocking you: https://jamesreid.com/assessment Follow J.R. on Social (@jamesJRreid): Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | X Visit J.R.'s website: https://jamesreid.com RATE & REVIEW this episode on Apple: https://jamesreid.com/review. We'd love it if you could drop a review or 5-star rating! Simply select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. SHARE this episode with someone who wants to be challenged, pushed, and positioned to come up clutch more often. SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on any new episodes and Special Guests! Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. LISTEN to previous episodes on Apple, Spotify, or whatever podcast platform you prefer!

    56 min

  6. FEB 25

    5 Minute Drill | Overcome Conflict Avoidance: The Playbook for Tough Conversations

    Ever make a smart, responsible, even prayerful decision…and still feel guilty afterward? You're not convicted. Not uncertain. Just…heavy. You replay it in your head. Second-guess yourself. Wonder if you let your family down, even when no one said a word. In this 5-Minute Drill episode of Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™, J.R. pulls back the curtain on what's really happening when guilt hijacks your decisions, especially for high-capacity, faith-driven men who care deeply about their families and leadership. This episode reframes guilt through the lens of human performance science, neuroscience, and Scripture, and challenges the false belief that guilt always equals moral failure or a lack of faith. The truth? Not all guilt is conviction. Some of it is conditioning. In this episode, you'll hear: Why not all guilt is conviction and how some guilt is actually a conditioned response from past experiences How your nervous system can make mistakes, causing you to feel guilty even when you're making wise decisions Why planning, prudence, and professional responsibility don't equal a lack of faith How King David turned past guilt into wisdom instead of paralysis, and what leaders can learn from his response A simple framework to discern conviction vs. conditioning so guilt doesn't hijack your leadership A practical 4-step strategy to help you interpret guilt accurately and act with clarity at home, work, and beyond What you'll walk away with… You'll learn how to: Stop assuming guilt always means you're doing something wrong Recognize when your brain is reacting to old data, not present reality Separate past identity from present responsibility Lead decisively without carrying every decision for days Put guilt on the table instead of letting it run the show KEY QUOTES "Guilt isn't just a moral emotion. It's a threat signal." - J.R. "Guilt shows up faster and louder—not because you're failing, but because you care…you care a lot, ESPECIALLY about your family." - J.R. "Your brain can't tell the difference between something happening again and something that just looks the same. So it reacts like you're making the same mistake, even when you're not." - J.R. "Sometimes your guilt is old data trying to protect you in a new season." - J.R. "Our job as high-capacity leaders isn't to silence guilt. It's to interpret it accurately, then take action." - J.R. NEXT STEPS Listen to the full episode: https://jamesreid.com/episode350 Want to bring your best home more consistently? Take the Invisible Four™ Assessment and uncover what's quietly blocking you: https://jamesreid.com/assessment Ready for elite strategy and mentorship? Learn more about The Clutch Club™ (for men only): https://theclutchclub.com Follow J.R. on Social (@jamesJRreid): Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | X Visit J.R.'s website: https://jamesreid.com RATE & REVIEW this episode on Apple: https://jamesreid.com/review. We'd love it if you could drop a review or 5-star rating! Simply select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. SHARE this episode with someone who wants to be challenged, pushed, and positioned to come up clutch more often. SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on any new episodes and Special Guests! Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. LISTEN to previous episodes on Apple, Spotify, or whatever podcast platform you prefer!

    17 min

  7. FEB 19

    Dr. Cory Shaffer | The Overlooked Habits of High Performers

    Pressure. If you let it, it'll OWN you. Hijack your mind. Speed up your heart. Leave you spiraling before you even make a move. Ever think you can just "gut it out" in pressure situations? That rarely works. And the truth is, pressure isn't the problem. Your perspective is. That's why I brought mental performance expert, Dr. Cory Shaffer, onto the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show. Cory has trained Navy Special Operators, pro athletes, executives, and the nation's top athletic programs. He's made his mark teaching elite performers how to shrink the pressure moments down to size and manage the moment before the moment manages them. So if you're tired of pressure fueling your doubt, and you're ready to step into those high-stakes moments with calm, clarity, and COMMAND, then lock into this episode! In this episode, you'll hear: How to manage pressure by shifting your perspective instead of letting it control you Why meditation is a practical tool for presence and preparation Simple reflection practices busy executives and athletes can use to separate work from home life The dangers of "bro science" and how to filter out bad advice from true performance principles The power of the 20-Mile March and why consistent effort beats unsustainable sprints How small daily habits add up to long-term growth, confidence, and sustained success KEY QUOTES "The better you understand the variables that were present when you had success, the more likely you can replicate that success." – Dr. Cory Shaffer "The tortoise won the race because he stayed disciplined to the task at hand." – Dr. Cory Shaffer "Leverage your technology to work for you instead of against you." – Dr. Cory Shaffer CONNECT WITH CORY X: https://x.com/coryshafferphd LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-shaffer-1a09816/ Website: https://www.youandkin.com/ CONNECT WITH J.R. Facebook: @jamesJRreid Instagram: @jamesjrreid LinkedIn: in/jamesjrreid/ X: @jamesJRreid Website: https://jamesreid.com Check out The Clutch Club™️: jamesreid.com/club (For Men Only) Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

    54 min

  8. FEB 11

    5 Minute Drill | How to Win When You Don't Have All the Plays

    Ever feel like life just flipped the script on you? One day you're clear, confident, moving with purpose. The next? You're doubting everything… stuck in your own head. Welcome to uncertainty — for many, the great momentum killer. That big decision you can't get clarity on? That opportunity you thought was secure…suddenly isn't. That season of waiting that feels like it's never going to end? Yeah. I've been there. My clients are there. Chances are, you're there now. But here's the gut check: You don't need the whole playbook to move forward. Because the minute you start demanding perfect clarity before taking action? …You're not leading anymore—you're hiding. And let's be real…leaders don't hide.That's why this week's 5-Minute Drill on the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show is built for YOU. I'm giving you a simple, yet powerful strategy I call the State and Surrender Drill. So if you're stuck in a fog of confusion…or if you're simply tired of waiting for a sign before taking the next step — then lock into this episode. Let's get it!   In this episode, you'll hear: Why uncertainty doesn't have to stop your momentum—and how to move forward even when you don't have all the plays. How the biblical story of Joseph reveals what it looks like to win through uncertainty. A 3-step strategy that helps you stay grounded when clarity is missing. A powerful mindset shift that positions God as your Quarterback. Practical wisdom on choosing faith over feelings and walking in truth instead of fear. Key Quotes "You weren't created to run your life like a coordinator that has the whole playbook. You were made to follow the Quarterback who sees the whole field — God." - J.R. "Don't wait for total clarity before making a move. Don't let uncertainty become an excuse. Most importantly, don't try to get ahead of God's timing." - J.R. "Take action based on your faith, not your feelings." - J.R. Connect with J.R.  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesJRreid  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesjrreid/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesjrreid/  X: https://twitter.com/jamesJRreid Website: jamesreid.com Check out The Clutch Club™️: jamesreid.com/club (For Men Only) Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com. Let them know we sent you.

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James "J.R." Reid goes behind the scenes with the elite of the elite and shares strategies to help you thrive under intense pressure and come up clutch more often. Discover how you can master your mind, relationships, and money to ensure they're an asset during your pursuit of greatness instead of a liability. Since 2005, J.R. has been a trusted coach, mentor, and advisor to the world's top athletes, public figures, and executives and is considered one of the "Navy Seals of Life Coaching." Coming Up Clutch™ is a mix of interviews, special co-hosts, and solo shows from J.R. that will energize and empower you to show up differently, compete more confidently, and live with more energy. If you're relentless about becoming world-class, you won't want to miss the gold that comes from these episodes. Hit subscribe and get ready to unlock the beast inside.

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