Burnout Proof Leadership: Shift Your Identity, Develop New Skills & Leverage Workplace Tensions to Finally Unlock your Next Level

Burnout Proof Leadership: Shift Your Identity, Develop New Skills & Leverage Workplace Tensions to Finally Unlock your Next Level

Have you hit a plateau in your leadership journey, feeling overworked and unsure how to break through? You’ve climbed the ranks, but despite your hard work you’re not advancing and you’re battling stress and decision-fatigue leaving you uncertain about your next step. Burnout Proof Leadership is your go-to podcast for shifting your leadership identity, refining your leadership skills, and using polarity intelligence to turn workplace challenges into growth opportunities. Each episode will help you: ✅ Apply polarity intelligence to navigate workplace tensions with confidence ✅ Break free from burnout patterns while excelling in high-pressure roles ✅ Build leadership skills that drive success without overworking Stop spinning your wheels—your next level of leadership is within reach. Tap into your potential today by listening to a fan-favorite: The Thriving , Resilient, Unstoppable (TRU) Leader series -episodes 251-253! 🎧

Episodes

July 9, 2025 45 mins

Are you unknowingly sacrificing your authentic leadership identity to fit traditional expectations—only to find yourself burned out?

This episode dives deep into the lived experience of Josee Tremblay, a mechanical engineer, executive leader, and author who learned to navigate the dangerous gap between success and self-abandonment. Whether you're leading teams, managing a family, or both, Josee shares how her leadership identity evo...

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Are outdated leadership models the hidden force driving burnout across your organization?

If you’re a leader navigating higher education or corporate life, this episode unpacks the growing tension between legacy leadership and feminine-informed leadership. Soley leading in the traditional ways—rigid hierarchies, siloed decision-making, performance over people—is unsustainable. Balancing traditional legacy leadership models with the ...

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Are you exhausted from doing everything right in your leadership role—but still feel invisible, burnt out, and behind?

In this episode of Burnout Proof Leadership, we unpack the unspoken leadership norms that keep high-performing leaders stuck in hustle mode. If you're constantly busy, but feel like you're not making meaningful progress, this conversation is your wake-up call.

  • Discover why your current leadership habits might be ...
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Are your leadership efforts unknowingly fueling burnout instead of preventing it?

Burnout is no longer just a buzzword—it’s a full-blown crisis. With only 22% of employees thriving at work and psychological safety now ranking higher than pay, leaders can no longer afford to ignore the real drivers of well-being. This episode unpacks why trying to choose between fixing systems or promoting self-care is the fastest path to leadership ...

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Are misaligned expectations and unclear roles quietly killing your team's performance—and burning you out in the process?

In this episode, guest Joey Vitale and the hosts unpack the hidden costs of poor communication and unmet expectations in leadership, especially when managing underperformers who are otherwise strong culture fits. If you’ve ever felt like your team “just isn’t getting it” and you’re stuck filling the gaps yourself...

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Is your leadership approach fueling connection—or creating conflict—in today’s hybrid work environment?

As return-to-office mandates clash with the desire for flexibility, leaders face a critical polarity: structure and autonomy. This episode dives into how these competing demands are shaping leadership identity, workplace morale, and even burnout risk—especially when leaders over-focus on one side of the equation.

  • Learn how to r...
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Are you working harder than ever and still not getting promoted? What if the very Leadership Skills that got you here are the ones now holding you back?

In this episode, we dive deep into the surprising traps that high-performing leaders fall into — ones that damage their Leadership Identity and silently fuel Burnout. You’ll hear real-world examples, including a powerful story of a seasoned leader who unknowingly made herself too es...

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What if Gen Z’s rejection of middle management isn’t a problem—but a powerful message about how leadership needs to evolve?

In this episode, we dive into Conscious Unbossing—a growing movement where younger professionals, especially Gen Z, are opting out of traditional leadership ladders. It’s not about lack of ambition; it’s about rejecting burnout-prone, bureaucratic roles that no longer align with today’s values. This conversatio...

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What if the key to sustainable leadership isn’t doing more—but learning how to be more aligned with who you are?

In this powerful episode, creative entrepreneur Hugh Ingalls shares how he went from quiet burnout to building a life and business aligned with his values, energy, and deeper purpose. If you're a leader stuck in hustle mode, ignoring your personal needs, or feeling like you're losing yourself in your role—this episode off...

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Are your leadership strengths secretly driving you toward burnout?

In today’s episode, we explore a hidden tension that quietly erodes Leadership Skills and Leadership Identity—the polarity of giving and receiving. If you're a purpose-driven, high-capacity leader who’s constantly giving, you may be unconsciously neglecting your own sustainability. This episode unpacks how over-giving—without conscious receiving—can be a major, overl...

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Are your leadership days packed with back-to-back tasks, leaving you exhausted — yet no closer to advancing your career?

If you're feeling stuck, overworked, and wondering why all your hard work isn’t translating into leadership growth, this episode dives into the real reasons why. It's not about tools or time blocking — it's about your Leadership Identity, how you're managing the polarity between doing and being, and how those fact...

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Is your leadership style too heavy to carry—and unknowingly fueling burnout?

In this Polarity Spotlight episode, we explore the hidden tension between seriousness and playfulness in leadership. As responsibilities grow, many leaders default to structure, control, and pressure—missing the creativity and connection that lightness brings. This episode breaks down how balancing these two forces is essential not just for performance, but...

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Do you ever feel like you're constantly saying “yes” to everyone—except yourself? Are you struggling with burnout and wondering how to reclaim your energy and leadership identity? 

In this episode, we sit down with Bradley Hook, author of Start with Values, to explore how values-based leadership is the key to avoiding burnout, making better decisions, and strengthening your leadership skills. We discuss the impact of misaligned...

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Are short-term decisions undermining your long-term impact as a leader?

In today’s fast-paced leadership landscape, especially with the rise of interim roles and C-suite turnover, many leaders find themselves caught between urgent operational demands and the need to uphold long-term vision. This episode dives deep into this hidden tension — and how ignoring it can silently erode your leadership identity and fuel burnout across your ...

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Are invisible barriers holding you back from reaching the next level in your leadership journey? Many leaders unknowingly operate from outdated leadership norms that lead to burnout, stagnation, and frustration. If you feel stuck despite your hard work, this episode is for you.

In today's episode of Burnout Proof Leadership, Michelle and Tracy uncover the three hidden barriers that could be sabotaging your growth. They explore why w...

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Are you unintentionally burning out your team—or yourself—by how you give (or don’t give) feedback?

Feedback is a core leadership skill—but most leaders either overuse candor or hide behind diplomacy. In this Polarity Spotlight episode, we uncover the hidden tensions in giving and receiving feedback and explain how these communication patterns shape your leadership identity and team culture.

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Are you feeling stuck in your career, battling burnout, or questioning if your work is truly meaningful? What if you had 90,000 hours to make a real impact—without sacrificing your financial stability?

In this episode, we sit down with Georgi Enthoven, author of Work That’s Worth It, to explore how professionals can align their leadership skills with purpose, build a leadership identity that truly resonates, and avoid the burnout th...

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In this episode, we spotlight the growing tension between artificial intelligence and human intelligence in modern leadership. As AI tools promise faster results and streamlined workflows, many leaders are unknowingly sacrificing core leadership skills and connection, increasing their risk of burnout. This polarity—automated power and human presence—is no longer optional to navigate. It’s now essential to sustainable, purpose-drive...

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Are you working harder than ever but still not advancing in your leadership role? If you feel stuck in execution mode, constantly busy but not making meaningful career progress, you might be facing a leadership plateau without even realizing it.

Many leaders assume that better time management, pushing harder, or waiting for external changes will get them to the next level—but these strategies rarely work. In this episode, we explore...

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In this Polarity Spotlight episode, we reveal the hidden polarity behind Mel Robbins' Let Them Theory—and why it’s essential for shaping your leadership identity.

Discover the tension between “Let Them” (releasing control) and “Let Me” (reclaiming self-leadership), and why mastering both is key to developing resilient leadership skills while protecting yourself from burnout.

Through practical examples and reflective prompts in this e...

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