Podcast

In Episode 81 of Pillar Talk, Chris Ross tackles a subject we all experience—but few of us want to talk about: suffering. We’re often taught that suffering is something to avoid, something to suppress, or something that defines us. But Chris flips that narrative. Suffering isn’t the end—it’s a signpost. It means you’re still here.…

We often talk about big wins, defining moments, or life-changing breakthroughs. But the truth? Most growth doesn’t happen there. It happens in the quiet, often unseen, moments of routine. In Episode 80 of Pillar Talk, Chris Ross shares a powerful reminder: greatness isn’t built in the spotlight—it’s built in the shadows of consistency. With practical…

In this special episode of Pillar Talk, Chris Ross pulls back the curtain on the Legacy Leadership Academy—how it started, how it works, and why it’s changing lives. What began as an eight-week turnaround strategy on the road turned into a repeatable playbook, then a book, and finally the Academy: an interactive leadership course that…

This special episode of Pillar Talk brings a fresh and powerful perspective to leadership—straight from the brain. Chris sits down with Dr. Khai Win, Neuroscientist, Founder of Invisible Wins LLC, a neuroscientist, leadership coach, and mental health advocate who’s on a mission to transform how we lead, live, and take care of ourselves in high-pressure environments.…

In leadership—and in life—conflict is unavoidable. But it’s not the conflict itself that defines you—it’s how you show up in the middle of it. In this episode of Pillar Talk, Chris Ross unpacks the lessons he’s learned about navigating conflict over the years, both professionally and personally. He challenges the belief that conflict is always…

For our 75th episode of Pillar Talk, we’re doing something different—and powerful. Host Chris Ross sits down with four guests who recently completed the 75 Hard challenge. Together, they break down what 75 Hard taught them—not just about fitness and nutrition, but about mindset, identity, and leading by example. Each guest shares a unique story…

Life rarely unfolds the way we plan—and that’s the point. In Episode 74 of Pillar Talk, Chris dives into the burnt toast theory—a mindset shift that turns everyday frustration into profound perspective. From personal health scares to missed flights and traffic delays, this episode explores how the small inconveniences we hate might actually be saving…

In Episode 73 of Pillar Talk, Chris Ross breaks down one of the most common leadership frustrations: when your team doesn’t seem to hear—or act on—what you say. The issue often isn’t what you’re saying, it’s how you’re building trust around it. This episode introduces the Trifecta of Trust—a practical, leadership-first framework that’s already transforming…

In this powerful episode of Pillar Talk, Chris Ross challenges us to reframe our understanding of sacrifice—not as a loss, but as an intentional transfer of energy. Sparked by Memorial Day reflections and his own military service, Chris shares a deeply personal perspective on what sacrifice really means and why it’s essential for leaders who…

Buy-in. Every leader wants it, but most go about it the wrong way. In this episode of Pillar Talk, Chris Ross breaks down what it really takes to earn buy-in from your team—not through inspiration alone, but through intention, action, and aggressive patience. After hearing the same question asked over and over at a recent…