How do you find balance as a Thinkydoer with a busy, curious, learning-focused brain? Today, we explore this question (and more) as I continue my insightful conversation with Jason Johnston, OKR Practice Lead at Genetec. (If you missed Part 1, pop back to Episode 17 and then come back here after.)

Tuning in, you’ll discover some of the most profound lessons from Jason’s unique and varied career.

From facing a career-altering setback J.J. considers his "greatest professional accomplishment," to finding new paths forward, his journey demonstrates the importance of adaptability and continuous learning.

Join us as we explore how personal passions outside of work--whether it's building LEGO, climbing mountains, or repairing antique typewriters -- can recharge our professional lives, and why disconnecting and taking proper breaks is essential for reconnecting with our intrinsic motivation.

Don't miss this enriching conversation as we dive deep into the human side of leadership!

Key Points From This Episode:

• How to check out the new No-BS OKR Self-Assessment tool.
• What Jason considers to be his greatest professional accomplishment.
• The biggest learnings that have propelled him forward.
• Navigating setbacks and how to have a learning-focused career.
• Lessons for making OKR work sustainable, including recharging outside of work.
• How taking meaningful breaks can help you reconnect with your intrinsic motivation.
• Sara and Jason’s mutual love for LEGO!
• How having the mentality of a four-year-old benefits Jason’s well-being.
• Jason’s top book recommendations.

Quotes:

“It is a failure, [but] I think the success comes [from] realizing that I didn't have control over it, and it's not my fault. Why should I let this get me down? You’ve got to keep going. You’ve got to keep moving.” — Jason Johnston [05:52]

“It's about cutting yourself off completely [and] giving your brain time to think and do something else.” — Jason Johnston [08:38]

“Take what it is that you love, disconnect, and go do it. Make it big, whatever it is. Make it big. Make it worth a four-year-old's mentality.” — Jason Johnston [12:14]

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

• Genetec
• Jason Johnston on LinkedIn
• Red Currant No-BS OKR Self-Assessment Tool
• Team of Teams by General Stanley McChrystal
• Sara Lobkovich
• Sara Lobkovich Email Address
• Sara Lobkovich on Mastadon
• Red Currant Collective
• Sign up for RedCurrant’s newsletter
• Red Currant Collective on Instagram
• Thinkydoers