

1852 – The Vital Intersection of Leadership and Self-Care with Stephana Johnson
Mar 17, 2024
20:13
In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the CEO of Powerhouse Leaders, Stephana Johnson.
Stephana opened up about her personal journey, which has marked exposure to high-stress, high-performance environments. She witnessed firsthand the toll such pressure can take on individuals, shaping her belief in the necessity of recovery time and self-care. As leaders, we often push ourselves to the brink. Still, Stephanie's experiences remind us that to sustain the energy and engagement required for impactful leadership, we must prioritize our well-being.
Stephana stressed the need for leaders to be acutely aware of potential imbalances within themselves and their teams. Recognizing and addressing these imbalances is crucial to prevent burnout or diminished performance. She highlighted that, as leaders, we are responsible for empowering our teams to maintain optimal engagement and energy levels.
Stephana's philosophy and gaining access to more resources, she invites listeners to subscribe to her energy and performance newsletter available on her website, stephaniejohnson.com. This is an opportunity to stay connected with a thought leader who is genuinely invested in the intersection of leadership and self-care.
Key Points from the Episode:
- Importance of self-care for leaders
- Impact of self-care on leadership and making a positive impact
- Stephana Johnson's journey and insights on high-stress environments
- Introduction of "Vita Five" principles: sleep, water, movement, nutrition, and stress management
- Significance of each principle in maintaining physical and mental well-being
- Concept of balance and the need for leaders to be aware of potential imbalances
- Empowering teams to maintain optimal engagement and energy levels