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The Greg McKeown Podcast

300. Carey Nieuwhof on Getting Time, Energy, and Priorities in Your Favor (Replay)

May 21, 2024
Carey Nieuwhof, a leadership expert and author of "At Your Best," shares his insights on thriving in both life and work. He discusses the importance of relinquishing control and empowering teams for sustainable success. The conversation highlights recognizing burnout and establishing a balanced pace for long-term health. Carey also emphasizes the need for mindfulness and connection over constant connectivity, offering practical advice to enhance well-being and effectiveness as a leader.
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Quick takeaways

  • Transition from individual dependence to team empowerment is essential for sustainable business growth.
  • Recognizing signs of burnout and prioritizing self-care are crucial for maintaining well-being in leadership roles.

Deep dives

Building Systems for Success

Building systems that work for you is crucial for success, rather than feeling like you need to be constantly working to make results happen. Transitioning from a state where everything depends on you to a point where your business can operate without your constant presence is key, moving from level one, where everything relies on you, to level two, where things can run without you, is a significant shift. The ultimate goal is reaching level three, where the business grows and thrives independently, a challenging phase that requires leaders to relinquish control and empower their team to make quality decisions for organizational progress.

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