Julian Roberts is an experienced coach, author, and podcast host dedicated to helping individuals and teams thrive by building resilience and unlocking their full potential. With two decades in corporate leadership and sales, his journey took a transformative turn after personal and professional challenges, inspiring him to focus on people-centered growth. Humans of Fuzia is proud to feature Julian as part of our He for She initiative, showcasing men who champion empowerment, resilience, and positive change. His story serves as a source of motivation for our global community of over 5 million members working together to uplift and inspire women and each other.
Q: When you started your journey as a consultant, what was your biggest inspiration?
Julian Roberts: My journey was born out of a shift from a toxic corporate environment and a desire for more flexibility as my wife and I were preparing to foster a child. I realized that while I loved sales and strategy, what truly energized me was working with people—spotting and unlocking talent. That led me to retrain as a coach with the purpose of unlocking human potential, something I now get to do every day.
Q: You’ve authored a book titled Weathering the Storm. Could you share what it’s about?
Julian Roberts: Weathering the Storm: A Guide to Building Resilient Teams came from my work with leaders and teams, along with my master’s research in psychology. I noticed a lack of resources on team resilience, so I wrote about the core principles—purpose, psychological safety, resilient processes, and leadership. The book addresses how to navigate the certainties of uncertainty, failure, and change.
Q: You also host a podcast. Tell us more about that.
Julian Roberts: I started Helping Organizations Thrive in August 2020 during the pandemic to help leaders shift from a survival mindset to a thriving one. I interview leaders, resilience experts, Olympians, and record holders from all over the world. After more than 270 episodes, the core remains leadership, resilience, and inspiring people to lead through uncertainty.
Q: As an entrepreneur, what have been your biggest challenges?
Julian Roberts: Unpredictability has been the biggest challenge—client changes, delays, and of course, losing 65% of my business overnight during COVID. I’ve had to adapt my outreach, find what works, and lean into personal resilience practices like gratitude, mindfulness, and staying connected to a supportive community. Life isn’t meant to be done alone, and entrepreneurship is no exception.
Q: Is there a remarkable woman or women who have inspired you in your career?
Julian Roberts: Absolutely. I’ve had inspiring women on my podcast, like Christy Ashley and Sally Orange, who’ve achieved incredible feats of endurance while overcoming cancer. And I can’t forget my four daughters—they inspire me daily with their independence, hard work, and the way they push boundaries while doing good in the world.
Q: AI is a hot topic today. What are your thoughts on its role in your industry?
Julian Roberts: AI is here to stay, and while it will change certain jobs, it will also create many new ones that require different skills. I use AI as a thinking partner—to brainstorm ideas for workshops or marketing strategies—while keeping the human element central. It’s a tool to enhance productivity and insight, not replace the human touch.
“Life’s not meant to be done alone—whether in leadership, entrepreneurship, or personal growth, community and connection are key.” – Julian Roberts
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