Practice Positivity: Leadership, Faith, and Fatherhood with Jarrod Washington

In this episode of Drink Coffee. Do Cool Stuff., I sit down with Jarrod Washington, tech leader, father, and perpetual source of optimism, to talk about faith, leadership, empathy, and the power of gratitude.

From musical theatre to coaching youth football, Jarrod brings contagious energy and real lessons about teamwork, humility, and showing up with purpose. We explore what it means to practice positivity, lead through adversity, and keep your inner light burning even in dark times.

Topics include:
- Why empathy is the most underrated leadership skill
- Lessons from flag football, fatherhood, and faith
- How to divide pain, not multiply it
- The one-candle rule: being light for others when life gets dark

“Life’s a team sport. Practice positivity. Change your attitude to gratitude.”

Follow Jarrod on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jarrod-washington-8b2a9847/