From Doer to Leader: Breaking the Burnout Bottleneck

Scaling stalls when leaders cling to the habits that once made them indispensable.
In this episode, CJ Stasik—founder of SheHandlesIt and former CEO—explains why over-functioning is the real constraint on growth and how to transition from execution to direction. We dig into early warning signs of burnout in small and midsized teams, practical ways to shift decision rights, and the operating rhythms that support sustainable scale. CJ’s framework centers on five moves: Audit the Load, Release & Reassign, Make One Bold Move, Redefine Productivity, and Build in Recovery.
Whether you’re hiring your first operator or re-architecting your leadership role, you’ll leave with a clear next step to get out of the weeds—and back into the visionary seat.
Connect with CJ:
Website: shehandlesit.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/cjstasik
Instagram: @cjstasik_shi
Facebook: /cjstasik
TikTok: @shehandlesitpa
Follow host Julio Gonzalez on:
- LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/opticution/
- Facebook/Instagram/YouTube at @opticution
- Webpage www.opticution.com.
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