Fast Company Daily 5 energy-boosting ways to overcome your leadership fatigue
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May 19, 2025 Modern leaders face unique pressures as they support their teams while juggling performance demands. Discover effective strategies to overcome leadership fatigue, including prioritizing mental well-being and adopting a coaching mindset. Learn how to manage your energy through structured routines and healthy boundaries. Emphasize team autonomy to nurture resilience and creativity. This insightful discussion focuses on leading with empathy without the risk of burnout, crucial for today’s challenging landscape.
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Manager Engagement Crisis
- Manager engagement is declining globally, severely affecting team performance.
- The drop isn't due to workers but to managers' declining involvement and energy at work.
Managers' Mental Health Struggle
- Managers face unprecedented stress due to pandemic fallout, restructuring, and social upheaval.
- They are expected to support mental health without adequate workplace resources.
Who Suffers Most from Fatigue
- Younger and female managers are most impacted by fatigue and engagement decline.
- They often absorb extra emotional labor and struggle to set personal boundaries.