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Leadership Burnout: Why Boundaries Are Your Most Powerful Tool
Behaviour and Mindset in Leadership Sharon Smith Behaviour and Mindset in Leadership Sharon Smith

Leadership Burnout: Why Boundaries Are Your Most Powerful Tool

Leadership burnout is on the rise and many leaders don’t realise the hidden cost until it’s too late. In this article, I share my own story of burnout and why boundaries became the most powerful tool in protecting my wellbeing and effectiveness. You’ll discover practical strategies to set limits, protect your energy, and create sustainable impact without overwhelm.

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Boss, Manager or Leader? Why Owning Your Leadership Matters More Than Your Title
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Boss, Manager or Leader? Why Owning Your Leadership Matters More Than Your Title

In schools, leadership was never about titles – it was about presence, relationships, and impact. But stepping into the corporate world, I came face to face with a different language: boss, manager, leader. In this blog, I explore what these terms really mean – and why owning your leadership is less about what you're called and more about what you do.

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Why hiding isn’t the way to lead from the front.
Behaviour and Mindset in Leadership Sharon Smith Behaviour and Mindset in Leadership Sharon Smith

Why hiding isn’t the way to lead from the front.

We’ve all done it – kept quiet in meetings, dodged the tricky conversations, waited until we felt ready. But the truth is, hiding isn’t keeping you safe – it’s keeping you stuck.

In this blog, we explore the real reasons leaders hold themselves back and what it means to actually lead from the front. Spoiler: it’s not about being the loudest or the most confident – it’s about being visible, real, and willing to show up (even when it feels messy).

If you’re ready to stop shrinking and start leading, this one’s for you.

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