Scenario 4.1: You are struggling to stay energised or maintain your wellbeing
The demands of leadership are taking a toll. You feel drained, and your energy levels are affecting your clarity, patience, and ability to lead well.
Leadership Behaviours to Support This Challenge
| Code | Behaviour | Why It Matters |
| Y1 | Protect Your Sleep | Sleep is the foundation for physical and cognitive performance. |
| Y2 | Give Yourself Permission | Leaders need self-compassion to sustain themselves and avoid burnout. |
| Y6 | Prioritise What Matters | Energy should go to what matters most, not everything deserves your time. |
| Y4 | Humility | Acknowledging limits helps leaders seek support and reset boundaries. |
| Y8 | Sharpen Your Tools | Investing in your own growth can restore motivation and sense of progress. |
Suggested Approach
- Audit your calendar and energy levels. Ask what drains and what sustains you?
- Protect sleep as a non-negotiable.
- Name the pressures honestly with a trusted colleague or coach.
- Say no where needed, and reduce unnecessary demands.
- Rebuild momentum through professional learning or small wins.