Abundant Leaders with Tenji Moyana
48. Is being a caring leader burning you out? + 4 strategies to fix it
26 Jun 2025
As we mature as leaders, people increasingly look to us for caring, empathy, a sense that they matter and are being managed in a humane way. Indeed, it’s our job to be emotionally intelligent and understand how much the way we treat others impacts their performance and wellbeing and the company’s culture and desirability to prospective hires.But no one talks about caregiver burnout – the burnout that happens when leaders over-give and extend themselves past their limits. If you’re seen as the go-to person in your company and everyone loves how you make them feel, but you’re crumbling under the pressure to be there for everyone, do it all, and you wonder when will there be time for you – something needs to change.Let’s discuss:What *true* caring leadership is and isn’tThe fallout when we over-give – and how it can hurt our reputation and performance4 strategies you can use to stop over-giving, people pleasing and perfectionism (hint: two involve boundaries and healthy selfishness)Putting it to practice in a personal way: How I use 3 of my specific Human Design strengths to be a caring leader in my own unique way and avoid burning out by trying to imitate others --Book a human design reading to personalise the insights from this episode to your own personal strengths, leadership archetype and unique way of leading teamsDownload your human design chart and get a free introductory reportBook a free 1x1 coaching discovery call or reach out for retreats, workshop facilitation, or 1x1 and group leadership coaching for your companySign up for the mailing list to hear about upcoming eventsFind me on LinkedIn and Instagram
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