Day 10 of The 12 Days of Leadership Boundaries, Balance & Burnout Prevention for High-Achieving Leaders If you’re a high-achieving leader who feels stretched thin, exhausted, or constantly “on,” this episode of the 12 Days of Leadership is your permission slip to pause. Today, we’re talking boundaries, balance, and burnout prevention — three core skills every modern leader needs but few are ever taught. Inside this episode, you’ll learn how to recognize early burnout warning signs, set boundaries without guilt, and protect your energy so you can lead with clarity instead of depletion. Whether you’re managing a team, juggling multiple roles, or trying to level up in your career, these tools will help you create a leadership rhythm that is sustainable, strategic, and supportive of the life you want to live. You’ll walk away with practical scripts, mindset shifts, and real-world examples that make boundary-setting feel empowering — not uncomfortable. And yes… we’re talking about the emotional load, people-pleasing, and the hidden expectations that often push leaders into constant overextension. This episode is packed with actionable tips you can use today to reclaim time, protect your well-being, and lead from a grounded, energized place. 🎧 Listen now to learn: • How to identify the 5 early signs of leadership burnout • The mindset shift every overwhelmed leader must make • What healthy boundaries look and sound like in real conversations • How to balance strategic work with day-to-day tasks • Why burnout is a system problem — not a personal failure • Simple ways to protect your time, energy, and mental clarity as a leader If you’ve been craving more calm, more clarity, and more confidence in your leadership, Day 10 is going to feel like a big exhale. 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