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

Dr. Tracy Christopherson and Michelle Troseth

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

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12:22

Why Over-Contemplating or Over-Executing Is Hurting...

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2025/07/18

Can the secret to your leadership identity lie in a lesson from Steve Jobs?Steve Jobs believed that those who combine thoughtful contemplation with energetic execution can change the world. But today’s fast-paced leadership culture often forces us to choose one over the other—fracturing our leadership identity, decreasing our impact and leading straight to burnout. In this Polarity Spotlight, we reveal how leveraging both can unlock clarity, resilience, and strategic impact.What you’ll gain from

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29:24

Why Pushing Through Stress Isn’t Strength But The...

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2025/07/16

Are you confusing stress with burnout — and unknowingly fast-tracking your own collapse?If you're a high-performing leader constantly pushing through exhaustion, this episode is your wake-up call. We uncover why burnout is not just an extreme form of stress, and how subtle signs—ignored for too long—can lead to serious personal and professional consequences. Understanding these distinctions can help you preserve your leadership identity and leadership skills before they’re compromised beyond

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07:28

Visibility Without Humility? Why it Might Be Killing...

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2025/07/11

Are you holding back your voice to avoid seeming self-promotional—while watching others accelerate in their careers?In today’s world, especially for women leaders, managing the tension between visibility and humility is no longer optional—it’s essential. When this leadership polarity goes unrecognized, it silently erodes leadership identity, limits impact and fast-tracks burnout.Discover the invisible ways humility might be holding you back professionallyLearn how visibility is a strategic

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45:58

Why Women in Leadership Must Balance Archetypes to...

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2025/07/09

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 evolved and what nearly cost her health, energy, and

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10:10

Feminine-Informed Leadership Isn’t Soft – It's the...

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2025/07/04

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 rising force of feminine-informed leadership holds the key to

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18:56

How To Reclaim Your Leadership Identity Without...

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2025/07/02

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 fueling burnout—not successLearn how to break free from the "hamster

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08:32

Why This One Leadership Skill is the ONLY Way for...

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2025/06/27

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 burnout—and what to do instead.Discover the one overlooked leadership

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49:02

The Dangerous Way ‘Lowering Your Goals to Reduce...

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2025/06/25

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, this conversation is a must-listen.Learn how to use partnership

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07:18

How this ONE Leadership Skill Helps You Navigate the...

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2025/06/20

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 recognize and manage the hidden tension between flexibility and structure

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24:22

Why Being the Leader with the Answers IS the Fastest...

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2025/06/18

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 essential to move up.Learn the top 3 leadership mistakes that make you

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09:14

What Conscious Unbossing Reveals About Gen Z Shifting...

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2025/06/13

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 conversation is essential for anyone navigating leadership identity, building

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37:48

How to Rebuild Your Leadership Identity by Slowing...

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2025/06/11

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 offers a much-needed perspective shift.Discover why the traditional

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#316: How Great Leaders Avoid Burnout by Mastering...

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2025/06/06

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, overlooked cause of burnout in even the most experienced leaders.Discover

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25:18

#315: Top 3 Ways to Avoid Burnout in Your Leadership...

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2025/06/04

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 factors directly influence burnout and effectiveness.Discover the hidden

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#314: How Great Leaders Use Playfulness to Avoid...

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2025/05/30

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 for sustainable well-being and authentic leadership identity.What

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#313: 3 Reasons Leadership Skills Alone Won’t Prevent...

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2025/05/28

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 values, the importance of micro-habits, and why clarity on your personal

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#312: Why Interim Leaders Need Both Leadership Skills...

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2025/05/23

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 team.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Discover the polarity between

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#311: How Upgrading Your Leadership Identity Unlocks...

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2025/05/21

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 working harder doesn’t guarantee success, how your internal operating

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#310: The Feedback Trap: How Over-Focusing on Candor...

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2025/05/16

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.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Learn how to balance honesty and empathy so your feedback actually

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#309: How to Strengthen Your Leadership Skills...

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2025/05/14

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 that so often accompanies ambition. Georgi shares her personal

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