Comedy and Leadership - Part 2 | with Jeff Justice

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of P³ (P-cubed) with Preston Poore, comedian and instructor Jeff Justice is back, offering valuable insights into discovering one's comedic voice and leveraging humor in business and life. Jeff shares his experiences working with renowned figures like David Copperfield and Jerry Seinfeld, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and the art of delivering feedback. Key topics include building confidence through repetition, using humor strategically in presentations, and the necessity of learning through failure. Jeff also talks about his accidental venture into entrepreneurship and the impact of his comedy workshops on its participants. 00:00 Introduction to Leadership Challenges00:20 Conversation with Jeff Justice: Finding Your Voice01:05 The Importance of Authenticity in Comedy02:42 Gaining Confidence Through Experience03:47 Delivering Effective Feedback06:31 Humor in the Workplace10:32 Using Humor to Diffuse Tense Situations12:56 Using Humor to Navigate Tough Situations13:15 Advice to My Younger Self15:21 The Importance of Embracing Failure17:10 Transitioning to Stand-Up Comedy19:25 Becoming an Accidental Entrepreneur20:46 A Powerful Message from a Former Student22:56 The Role of Humor in Leadership24:09 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsThings We MentionedThe Comedy Workshoppe: https://comedyworkshoppe.comPreston's comedy routine from the workshop: https://youtu.be/1y2jZZRRHyM?si=-J920jsWlMyloAhOAbout Preston PoorePreston Poore is a former Coca-Cola executive who practices what he preaches. He uses his wealth of hard-earned experience in the corporate arena to help emerging leaders and millennials reach their potential—all while staying true to his values, purpose, and goals.Preston is a Certified Maxwell Leadership Team Keynote Speaker, Facilitator, Trainer, and Executive Coach. Through his books, How Is Greater Than What, Discipled Leader (2022 Selah Awards Nonfiction Book of the Year) and 21 Days to Sound Decision Making, his blog, and podcast, he seeks to help people become redemptive influences in their workplaces and live more fulfilling lives.Learn more about Preston Poore & Associates: https://prestonpoore.comWork with Preston or invite him to speak: https://prestonpoore.com/leadership-development-services/Sign up to receive the P³ Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/prestonpoore.com/thepulseLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/prestonpoore/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/prestonpoore1/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/PoorePreston