06/06/2025
Jeff Standridge, Managing Director of Innovation Ju**ie, is releasing his new book Grit and Grace—a compelling exploration of what it takes to lead with both resilience and emotional intelligence. Over the past 25 years, Jeff’s work with clients and leaders across five continents has led him to one core belief: “Effective leadership requires a delicate balance—a balance between results and relationships. Refusal to accept, understand, and honor this balance leads to failure.”
While it’s tempting to believe that grit alone—the relentless drive to succeed—is enough, Jeff reminds us that “Grit without grace often comes at a cost.” Without emotional insight and connection, relationships can be neglected, empathy can erode, and burnout can take root. Grace, as he defines it, is “the ability to recognize, understand, manage, and effectively use emotions—both your own and those of others—to navigate social complexities, make thoughtful decisions, and maintain positive relationships by balancing logic with emotional insight.”
Grit and Grace challenges readers to develop not just one, but both sides of their leadership mindset. “Cultivating grit and grace is a transformative journey that combines perseverance and empathy to achieve sustained success and personal fulfillment.” This book is for leaders ready to evolve—those who want to lead with impact, integrity, and humanity.
Launching June 16th. Pre-order available on Amazon soon.
