From Burnout to Better Leadership

Duration 16 minutes

Managing Sensitivity, Energy, and Pressure

In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, Priyanka sits down with executive coach Wendy Cary to discuss burnout, leadership, sensitivity, and workplace pressure. Wendy shares her personal journey from corporate burnout to becoming a professional coach. She explains how self-awareness, energy management, and conscious choice can help leaders perform better under pressure. The conversation also explores burnout, high-stakes situations, and how highly sensitive and ambitious leaders can better manage themselves. Wendy shares a powerful client transformation story and practical techniques for building confidence and composure. The episode ends with a reminder to take responsibility for what is truly yours and, most importantly, find your joy in work.

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