Overwhelm and the value of internal work in senior leaders

In this episode, we explore the highly relevant topic of overwhelm and how this shows up in coaching, especially with senior leaders.

We talk about developmental fallback and the need for leaders to be aware of their internal states and triggers, especially during times of stress, So they can avoid reverting to less resourceful behaviours. This is also something coaches need to be aware of to meet their coachees at the appropriate level.

We discuss the value of taking the time to resource yourself, and paying attention to preparedness, so you can be less reactive to your environment and increase your effectiveness as a leader. You’re in charge of your environment, not vice versa.

We also touch on practical strategies for reflection, including structured journaling to help leaders become more trigger-aware. We share the power of breathwork as a free, accessible tool for managing stress and enhancing focus.

Tune in for actionable insights encouraging personal growth and effective leadership in challenging times.

You will notice that this season has a slightly different format of a more casual conversation, perhaps the kind you might have during coaching supervision - we hope you like it!

Resources:

Article: Leaders and overwhelm

Video: Above and below the line