EP 261: How to Respectfully Disagree with Guest Expert Justin Jones-Fosu
Release Date: 09/05/2024
EP 284: Our Final Episode... and What's Coming Next!
The Bridge to Fulfillment
For six years, The Bridge to Fulfillment® has helped hundreds of professionals, providing inspiration and motivation for listeners to seek out happier lives that represent who they truly are and what they really want for themselves and their careers. And now it’s time for the next chapter… BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!! The Bridge to Fulfillment is transitioning to a new era! On August 14th, Blake launches Impact with Ease™. This new podcast will help high-achieving professionals thrive without having to choose between success and sanity. In this final episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment®,...
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EP 283: Does This Support the Life I’m Trying to Create?
The Bridge to Fulfillment
More effort doesn’t always equal more progress. And without the right clarity, it often takes you further from what you truly want. If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, constantly saying yes to things that drain you, yet unsure whether it’s actually moving you forward, this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment® is for you. Tune in as Blake shares the transformative power of a single, intentional question that can realign your daily decisions and refocus your energy on what actually matters. You’ll learn how seemingly small choices add up to either bring you closer—or take you...
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EP 282: Thriving as a Leader in the Age of AI
The Bridge to Fulfillment
AI is already reshaping the workforce—over 99% of Fortune 500 companies are using it. The question isn’t if your career will be affected. It’s whether you’re equipped to lead yourself through what’s coming next. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, uncertain about your future, or stuck in a cycle of burnout and overwork, this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment® is for you. Blake shares the game-changing shift that took her from constantly chasing external success (and ending each day drained) to truly thriving in her career and life, even in the face of massive change....
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EP 281: The Perspective Shift That Changes Everything
The Bridge to Fulfillment
Are you convinced that the way you see the world is the truth? For many high-achievers, the biggest barrier to creating the life and career they want isn't external circumstances—it's their own perspective. You keep trying harder, doing more research, and believing that if you just figure out the right strategy, everything will fall into place. But what if the real issue is that you're operating from beliefs and assumptions that simply aren't true? Your perspective isn't a fixed part of who you are—it's a lens that can be adjusted to unlock far greater possibilities for your...
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EP 280: Break Out of the Overwhelm Cycle
The Bridge to Fulfillment
Are you staring at your to-do list feeling like there's no end in sight, wondering if you'll ever catch up? Is overwhelm just your new reality? For many high-achieving leaders, the cycle of overwhelm has become a constant companion. You push through, work longer hours, and tell yourself you just need to get through this busy period, then you'll finally catch up. But that moment never seems to come, and you're left questioning whether you're failing or if this is simply what success demands. The truth is, overwhelm isn't a personal failing—it's a sign that the systems and strategies you're...
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EP 279: Leading as the World Shifts: Human-First Skills for the Age of AI with Guest Expert Minette Norman
The Bridge to Fulfillment
In a world that often feels chaotic and uncertain, what is it that makes some leaders thrive where others crumble? The answer likely isn’t what you think. It's not the fancy job titles, experience, or even raw intelligence. It’s how comfortable they are steering the ship when they can't see the horizon. It’s the ability to bring clarity when everyone feels confused, understand their own blind spots, and truly connect with people – the human-centered skills that most leaders were never taught. Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake welcomes Minette Norman. She is an...
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EP 278: One Second of Strength Can Change Your Life with Guest Expert Tanner Clark
The Bridge to Fulfillment
What if all it took was one moment of strength to feel more aligned? Whether it’s making a career change or making choices about personal relationships, choosing to overcome your fear and move forward in a single moment, despite the discomfort, can change your life. Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Tanner Clark, a TEDx and Mindset Speaker who helps people of all ages use their One Second of Strength to improve their lives, set intentions, observe their behavior, and pursue what matters most. In this episode, you’ll learn how societal conditioning...
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EP277: Life, Career, or Relationship Crossroads? Two Questions Unlock Your Path
The Bridge to Fulfillment
Are you feeling lost, uncertain, stressed, or anxious about a big decision, and you're not sure which next step to take? Navigating major life, career, and relationship decisions can feel overwhelming. It’s in these turbulent, unsteady, and chaotic times that we’re tasked with choices that will make huge impacts on our lives. Seasons of change are an inevitable part of life. It’s how you approach those changes that makes all the difference. Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake discusses the collective season of change many of us are experiencing and the uncertainty...
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EP 276: Successful on Paper but Lost, Drained, or Unfulfilled?
The Bridge to Fulfillment
Are you successful “on paper” but in reality, you’re feeling lost, drained, or unfulfilled? You worked hard to get where you are, but your career success doesn’t feel like it’s ticking all the boxes. When success isn’t making us happy, society can make you feel like that lack of fulfillment is your fault. If you feel like something is missing, then it’s a sign of misalignment…but there is a way out. Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake shares her personal journey from success on paper to success without sacrifice. Building a successful career and a...
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EP 275: Protect Your Energy & Reclaim Your Life
The Bridge to Fulfillment
We've been told that time is our most valuable resource. But what if we've been focusing on the wrong currency all along? The truth is that we have a resource far more important than time. It’s our energy that actually determines what we accomplish – and how we feel doing it. The breakthrough comes when we stop asking "Do I have time?" and start asking "Where is my energy going?" Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment®, Blake challenges the belief that time is our most valuable resource. She reveals why energy is a far more valuable asset, and shares how you can begin to align...
info_outlineAre there times when people say things that you completely disagree with, but you don’t know how to express your thoughts or feelings without ending up in an argument?
In a world that feels so divided, especially during an election year, it’s more important than ever to learn how to navigate difficult conversations.
When handled respectfully, disagreements can become building blocks toward more compassion and a greater understanding of our shared humanity.
Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake welcomes Justin Jones-Fosu. He’s the CEO of Work. Meaningful. as well as an international speaker, a social entrepreneur, and the critically acclaimed author of I Respectfully Disagree. His book challenges you to focus on building bridges to people rather than barriers from them.
In this episode, you’ll learn how to experience disagreements in a way that fosters personal growth and empathy by humanizing the process. You’ll hear actionable ways to engage with people you may not agree with, and learn how to gracefully navigate opposing perspectives in a divided world.
What You’ll Learn:
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How his mom inspired his life’s mission (4:02)
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An actionable way to engage more openly and challenge your perspective (12:50)
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What makes it so hard for people to learn from each other (17:02)
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Pillars for having respectful disagreement (23:38)
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How to cultivate your curiosity (35:52)
Favorite Quotes:
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“We can vehemently disagree with someone's ideology and yet still passionately pursue their humanity.” –Justin Jones-Fosu
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“Recognize your own personal discomfort because that's usually why we aren't open at first. We think, ‘Oh, I don't know anyone. I'm uncomfortable. I don't know what to say, I don't know what to do’. And if we stay stuck in that, we miss the gift of all of the beauty of the things that we can learn.” –Blake
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“We encourage people in those moments of discomfort to remind themselves of areas where they used to be uncomfortable and that they've grown more comfortable with the discomfort. That's the power of moving forward.” –Justin Jones-Fosu
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“Even when we are closed-minded, we should always be open-hearted.” –Justin Jones-Fosu
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“When I gave myself compassion, I could show up more clearly and give others compassion.” –Blake
Connect with Justin Jones-Fosu:
Book excerpt: https://howtorespectfullydisagree.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iworkmeaningful/
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Respectfully-Disagree-Difficult-Conversations-Divided/dp/152300651X
Additional Resources:
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