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Pressure, Rhythm, and Growth: Leading with Balance in Every Season
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Are you feeling the push of pressure in your leadership journey? Maybe you’re in a season of rising momentum, or perhaps things feel quieter than you’d like. Either way—you’re not alone.
In today’s episode, we explore the natural rhythm of growth through the metaphor of ocean waves—rising and falling, cresting and retreating. As mission-driven leaders, we often either downplay our highs by raising the bar too quickly, never pausing to celebrate or sink into self-doubt when things slow down, believing imposter syndrome’s lie that we’re not enough.
The truth is, both pressure and release are essential. Just like the tide, growth requires a balance of both.
Here’s what you’ll discover in this conversation:
- Why pressure isn’t the enemy—it’s part of the natural cycle of growth
- How to celebrate wins without immediately shifting the benchmark higher
- What to remember when you’re in a low season and imposter syndrome creeps in
- Why balance doesn’t diminish ambition—it sustains it
- How to close out the year with intention, without slipping into guilt or frantic hustle
Whether you’re an executive leader or an entrepreneur, this episode is a reminder that your growth is not a straight line—it’s a rhythm. And when you honor that rhythm, you can lead with presence, purpose, and heart.
Take this as your permission slip to celebrate, soften, and trust the wave you’re riding right now.
💫 Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
- Explore ways to work with me: heartglowceo.com/shine
Love the show?
Your voice matters! Leaving a quick review helps more soul-led leaders discover this transformational content. www.lovethepodcast.com/brillianceAbout Kc Rossi
Kc Rossi is an Integrative Leadership Coach and Professional Certified Coach (PCC) who helps high-achieving women grow in flow—not force. With over 30 years of entrepreneurial experience and a heart for conscious business, she supports soulful CEOs ready to elevate their impact without burning out.When she’s not coaching, podcasting, or guiding group programs, you’ll find her walking forest trails in the Finger Lakes, creating plant-based magic in the kitchen, or scuba diving with sharks. Yes, really. 🦈
✨ Follow & Tag:
@heartglowceo#CEOGrowth #EntrepreneurFlow #Q4Strategy
271 episodes
Manage episode 509737145 series 2393703
Are you feeling the push of pressure in your leadership journey? Maybe you’re in a season of rising momentum, or perhaps things feel quieter than you’d like. Either way—you’re not alone.
In today’s episode, we explore the natural rhythm of growth through the metaphor of ocean waves—rising and falling, cresting and retreating. As mission-driven leaders, we often either downplay our highs by raising the bar too quickly, never pausing to celebrate or sink into self-doubt when things slow down, believing imposter syndrome’s lie that we’re not enough.
The truth is, both pressure and release are essential. Just like the tide, growth requires a balance of both.
Here’s what you’ll discover in this conversation:
- Why pressure isn’t the enemy—it’s part of the natural cycle of growth
- How to celebrate wins without immediately shifting the benchmark higher
- What to remember when you’re in a low season and imposter syndrome creeps in
- Why balance doesn’t diminish ambition—it sustains it
- How to close out the year with intention, without slipping into guilt or frantic hustle
Whether you’re an executive leader or an entrepreneur, this episode is a reminder that your growth is not a straight line—it’s a rhythm. And when you honor that rhythm, you can lead with presence, purpose, and heart.
Take this as your permission slip to celebrate, soften, and trust the wave you’re riding right now.
💫 Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
- Explore ways to work with me: heartglowceo.com/shine
Love the show?
Your voice matters! Leaving a quick review helps more soul-led leaders discover this transformational content. www.lovethepodcast.com/brillianceAbout Kc Rossi
Kc Rossi is an Integrative Leadership Coach and Professional Certified Coach (PCC) who helps high-achieving women grow in flow—not force. With over 30 years of entrepreneurial experience and a heart for conscious business, she supports soulful CEOs ready to elevate their impact without burning out.When she’s not coaching, podcasting, or guiding group programs, you’ll find her walking forest trails in the Finger Lakes, creating plant-based magic in the kitchen, or scuba diving with sharks. Yes, really. 🦈
✨ Follow & Tag:
@heartglowceo#CEOGrowth #EntrepreneurFlow #Q4Strategy
271 episodes
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