This week’s episode is titled: Overcoming Mental Burnout

Opening Hook: Imagine your iPhone in low power mode—screen dimmed, background apps paused, performance throttled. It’s not broken, just depleted. That’s burnout. And right now, it’s the #1 threat to mental health in leadership.

Why This Matters: Burnout isn’t just tiredness—it’s emotional and mental exhaustion. It’s disengaging from what you love, snapping at those you care about, and wondering, “Is this really me?” It’s a silent epidemic affecting leaders, parents, spouses, and teams. And it’s showing up in stress, anxiety, depression, strained marriages, family tension, grief, and loneliness.

Today’s Guest: Joining me is Steve, a leader who’s walked through burnout and come out stronger. He’s built teams, hired over 1,000 people, and learned how to lead with influence—not just authority. His keynote, The Intersection of Leadership & Mental Health, is reshaping how we think about performance and soul care.

What We’ll Explore:

• 🔋 What are the signs of burnout—and how do you know it’s not just fatigue?
• 🧠 How do you maintain high performance without sacrificing your mental health?
• ❤️ Why relationships—not productivity—are the key to happiness (Harvard proved it!)
• 🧭 How to lead with influence, trust, and clarity—even when you’re running on empty
• 🛠️ Practical strategies to recharge your soul, build a resilient team, and lead with purpose

Steve’s Wisdom:

“My greatest happiness is being able to control my day. I’ve built non-negotiables into my life—taking my kid to school, working out, connecting over coffee. That’s how I invest in my soul.”

Final Thought: 68% of leaders have never been trained for their job. No one’s coming with a script. Leadership is learned in the trenches—through presence, awareness, and influence. And today, we’re going to help you find your center line… so you don’t end up in the ditch.

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