HiJack My Life

About HiJack My Life

A podcast about leadership, pressure, and the legacy you’re building whether you meant to or not. Kids hijack your life. So does leadership. Turns out they’re teaching you the same thing. I’m Dr. Gene A.White Jr., and for years I built a platform around leading well under pressure, at work, in the boardroom, wherever the stakes were visible. Then I became a father again, and I realized something I couldn’t unsee, the hardest leadership test I’ll ever face doesn’t come with an audience. It happens at home, on the days no one’s watching and no one’s grading. This show is about that overlap. Leadership and fatherhood, tested by the same pressure, revealed by the same Arc. Some episodes are just me, working through what I’m learning in real time, no polish, no pretending I’ve got it figured out. Other episodes bring in fathers I trust, real conversations about what it actually looks like to lead a home the same way you’d lead a team, honestly, imperfectly, on purpose. If your life has ever been hijacked by something bigger than your plan for it, work, fatherhood, or both, this show is for you.

Publisher

Dr. Gene A. White Jr

Category

business · education · kids & family · religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

25 Dec 2021

Latest episode

22 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

13 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   22 Apr 2026

   Bonus - Understanding Pressure and Signal as a Leader

   Discover how pressure isn't your enemy but a vital signal revealing what needs your attention as a leader and high performer. Dr. Gene White Jr. reintroduces the purpose of the Hijack My Life podcast, focusing on understanding the pressures of leadership and how to interpret them for better clarity and intentionality. Key Topics: The shift in the podcast's focus from motivation and inspiration to pressure and signals Why feeling heavy or tired isn't a discipline, time, or capacity problem Pressure as a signal revealing hidden issues or insights within leadership The importance of understanding what pressure is signaling beneath the surface How leaders can use pressure as a tool for clarity and growth The impact of misunderstood pressure on decision-making and leadership effectiveness Rebuilding confidence and strength by interpreting pressure correctly The invitation to high performers to realign and understand their inner signals Timestamps: 00:05 - Introduction to the new focus of the Hijack My Life podcast 00:31 - Why pressure isn't about discipline or capacity but about signals 00:55 - The misconception about pressure being the problem 01:09 - How pressure reveals deeper issues for leaders and high performers 01:23 - The importance of understanding and interpreting pressure creatively 01:45 - The role of awareness in leadership resilience 02:05 - Encouragement for listeners to redefine their perspective on pressure 02:30 - Call to action: get clear and realign with your leadership purpose

2. 

   2 Feb 2025

   Embrace Heart-Centered Living: Prioritize What Truly Matters

   Dr. Gene A. White, Jr. discusses heart-centered living, emphasizing the importance of aligning with one's authentic self and shedding burdens to cultivate joy and purpose.

3. 

   17 Jul 2023

   12 - Selfishness vs Selflessness

   Dr. Gene A. White Jr. examines selfishness and selflessness, weighing the advantages and disadvantages of each behavior to emphasize the importance of balance for personal growth.

4. 

   25 Nov 2022

   11 - Today I am grateful for…..

   Host Gene explores the meaning of gratitude, providing actionable strategies to cultivate an attitude of gratitude and improve overall well-being.

5. 

   7 Nov 2022

   10 - Ten Tips to Recharge Your Energy

   Gene discusses his own experiences with burnout and shares ten practical tips to recharge your energy and alleviate stress.

6. 

   4 Oct 2022

   9 - Am I Good Enough?

   Gene discusses imposter syndrome, sharing three actionable tips and encouraging affirmations to help listeners overcome feelings of inadequacy.

7. 

   15 Mar 2022

   8 - A Conversation with My Former Self

   Gene reflects on the advice he would give to his younger self, exploring how it could significantly impact his present life in this introspective episode.

8. 

   21 Feb 2022

   6 - My Top Five Tips For Dealing with Change

   Gene discusses his top five strategies for navigating life's inevitable changes, offering listeners practical advice for adapting and thriving during uncertain times.

9. 

   6 Feb 2022

   5 - How Hungry Are You?

   Gene A. White Jr. shares seven strategies for recovering from setbacks and introduces his personal framework for achieving success.

10. 

    27 Jan 2022

    4 - Why Ask Why?

    Gene explores the essential blueprint for listeners to discover their purpose and define their "why" in today's world.

11. 

    16 Jan 2022

    3 - Finding Balance

    This episode explores how listeners can achieve life balance by prioritizing values, managing career demands, nurturing family connections, and incorporating hobbies for enhanced well-being.

12. 

    10 Jan 2022

    2 - Attitude of Gratitude

    Gene explores the profound impact of gratitude, revealing how cultivating an attitude of thankfulness enhances happiness and resilience in facing life's challenges.

13. 

    25 Dec 2021

    Hijack My Life Podcast Trailer

    The host introduces the "HiJack My Life" podcast, which focuses on personal development, growth, and transformation through processing oneself and implementing new skills.

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

6 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 15 / 100

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Quality

18

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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