In this episode of the Leadership Sovereignty podcast, Phillip Gregory McKibbins shares his profound journey of facing a brain tumor, the power of faith, and the importance of overcoming adversity. He discusses the life-changing moments that shaped his perspective on leadership, personal growth, and the significance of self-talk. Through his experiences, he emphasizes the need for resilience, the value of surrounding oneself with talented individuals, and the lessons learned from historical figures like King David.
Takeaways
• Leadership principles can help you grow and excel in your career.
• Facing life-changing challenges can lead to profound personal growth.
• Faith plays a crucial role in overcoming adversity.
• Surrounding yourself with talented people enhances your leadership.
• Self-talk is essential for building confidence and humility.
• Learning to fail is part of the journey to success.
• The importance of having a vision and working hard towards it.
• Challenges are opportunities for growth and development.
• Believing in oneself is key to achieving goals.
• Historical figures can provide valuable lessons in leadership.
Chapters
00:00 – Shocking Diagnosis: “You Have One Week to Live”
00:33 – Welcome to Leadership Sovereignty: Speak Truth to Power Pt. 4
01:08 – The Hawaii Vacation That Changed Everything
02:13 – Losing Sensation While Driving
02:56 – Hallucinations and Medical Missteps
03:40 – A Devastating Moment: Breaking the News to the Family
04:52 – Son’s Support and a Family’s Week of Joy Amid Fear
05:44 – Flying Home with a Life-Threatening Risk
06:28 – Searching for the Right Medical Team
07:22 – Cedars-Sinai: The Only Hope for Survival
08:03 – Preparing for Surgery: Final Conversations
08:50 – A Rare Moment: Doctors Pray Before Surgery
09:49 – A Divine Encounter on the Operating Table
10:57 – Waking Up Mid-Surgery: Angels in the Room
11:53 – Revived on the Table: The Miracle Explained
12:51 – A Visit from a Former Player: The Power of Impact
13:44 – A New Outlook: Faith, Leadership, and Purpose
14:52 – Why Challenges Make Great Leaders
15:48 – Encouragement to Keep Believing
16:55 – Coaching Family Through Setbacks and Faith
17:42 – Even CTOs Have Financial Struggles
18:29 – Being Around Visionaries Like Mark Cuban
19:27 – Overcoming Adversity as a Person of Color in Tech
20:03 – The Legacy of Malcolm X and MLK
21:12 – The Power of Truth, Compassion, and Hard Work
22:17 – Game-Changing Interview Question You Should Ask
23:35 – Self-Talk and Building Real Confidence
24:48 – Confidence vs. Arrogance in Leadership
25:51 – Failure, Humility, and Becoming a Servant Leader
27:00 – The Faith of David: Defeating Goliath Within
27:45 – Final Thoughts & Call to Action