Ep.49 - Burned Out and Still in Charge: The Dark Side of Leading Under Pressure

Crossroad Conversations with the Lewis Brothers · Aug 21, 2025 · 1h 7m · transcript

Summary

In this episode, the Lewis Brothers discuss the challenges of leadership under stress and burnout. They explore the hidden costs of unchecked stress, the importance of delegation, and how to create a supportive culture that fosters emotional resilience. The conversation emphasizes the need for leaders to manage their stress effectively, reset under pressure, and normalize conversations around stress within their teams. They also highlight the significance of vulnerability in leadership and the tools available to build a stress-resilient culture.

Takeaways

Burnout is a common challenge…