The Surprising Power of Going Slow to Save Lives with Eric Robinson

This episode features Eric Robinson, who transitions from a 12-year ministry role as a Baptist pastor to 24 years as an FBI special agent, revealing lessons on resilience, trust, and authenticity across radically different careers. Tune in to explore how reflective practice and boundary setting can transform leadership and personal growth. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Welcome & introduction to Eric Robinson's fascinating career transition  00:32 - The essence of living slowly to go fast in life and work  01:07 - Eric's leap from ministry to law enforcement—what prompted the change?  02:14 - From saving souls to chasing criminals: lessons on human nature 03:22 - The significance of mindfulness and pausing in the FBI  04:15 - How regular training emphasizes going slow to be effective  05:36 - Crossovers between ministry and law enforcement communication techniques  06:58 - The stresses of ministry and how they shifted after joining the FBI  07:34 - Building resilience and setting boundaries in demanding roles  09:02 - Stories from the field: engaging with victims and criminals alike  10:16 - The importance of non-judgmental engagement in interrogations  11:44 - How authenticity fosters trust in criminal investigations  13:47 - Hollywood versus reality in FBI work  15:35 - Jokes and humor as coping mechanisms in law enforcement  16:44 - Practical communication techniques applicable in leadership, parenting, and teaching 18:34 - Insights from interrogations: reading people and building trust  19:43 - Encounters with highly intelligent suspects and their masking tactics  21:28 - Handling cases with no positive resolution: emotional boundaries  22:43 - The role of clear boundary setting after years of service  24:36 - Coming to terms with the emotional weight of crisis work  26:22 - Launching his upcoming book, "Irreverent," sharing behind-the-scenes stories  27:45 - The diversity and inclusivity of FBI recruitment efforts  30:14 - How training and experience shape law enforcement skills  31:37 - Rapid immersion: starting cases as a rookie agent  34:36 - A memorable investigation case involving sex trafficking  36:46 - The art of leading a successful undercover operation  38:28 - Building rapport and extracting confessions without pressure  41:44 - The importance of evidence and oral confessions in legal process  44:33 - Human nature in deception and lying behavior  45:08 - Final words: encouragement for those considering reinvention and service  45:48 - Eric's advice on embracing diverse professional backgrounds  46:39 - Age considerations and opportunities in law enforcement careers  47:37 - Reflections on returning to ministry versus storytelling  48:35 - Gratitude for service and approaching life with authenticity and purpose  49:15 - Closing thoughts: leadership, reinvention, and staying true to self   RESOURCES & LINKS Book "Irreverent: From Saving Souls to Chasing Sinners in the FBI" — Coming October 2026 ============================ 🧢 WORK WITH ME | Kendra Chapman Ready to stop spinning and start aligning your life with what actually matters? 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