TBL - A Year To Remember?
A clear narrative from the year in The Better Leader
Looking through my writing over the past year, I was surprised to see a clear narrative take shape: a broader story about 2025 with clear learnings for 2026. This is that narrative, featuring some of the most impactful stories from the year in The Better Leader.
What I’ve found in my conversations with other leaders is many people are feeling adrift and exhausted. They are navigating one challenge after another—tariffs, politics, AI, employee issues—and wondering if or when all the work will pay off.
In challenging times, people come to leaders seeking support. The leaders themselves don’t always have the same support system. It can be lonely, and the stress can be overwhelming.
As I wrote about for the first time in January, I’ve reached the precipice of irreversible burnout before.
And from that experience, this is what can help you if you’re in a similar place.
