Stay at the Top S4E12. Stop putting yourself last - the reminder every high performer needs
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Nov 10, 2025 High achievers often neglect their own needs due to habits and conditioning. This can lead to hidden costs like diminished energy and clarity. Saying yes too often drains resources, affecting decision-making and personal time. Self-care isn't indulgent; it's strategic for effective leadership. Implementing anchor habits and boundaries can enhance well-being and performance. Prioritizing oneself fosters better energy and relationships, ultimately benefiting both personal and professional spheres.
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Why High Performers Neglect Themselves
- High performers often put themselves last out of habit, identity, and care rather than lack of discipline.
- Saying yes to others usually means saying no to your energy, sleep, or wellbeing, which erodes performance.
Seven Teams, Seven Days A Week
- Jess recounts working across seven professional sports teams and being always on seven days a week during busy seasons.
- That sustained overwork ran her on adrenaline, costing personal life, recovery, and long-term health.
Always-On Destroys Sustainable Performance
- Chronic overwork shifts people to operate on adrenaline, degrading cognitive function and decision-making.
- Recovery and boundaries rebuild sustainable energy, clarity, and emotional regulation.