Everyone has a set of beliefs that help them as they make decisions and interact with others. And while some can be helpful, others can hold a leader back — beliefs known as “hidden blockers.” One such blocker is the idea that “If I can do it, so can you,” in which a leader assumes that employees or team members can take on the same tasks they do—and at the same high standard. While leaders who have this blocker often believe they’re being motivational, this belief is deeply rooted in the self and may blind them to the unique combination of skills, experiences, and work styles of the person in front of them. More effective leaders motivate their teams around a shared goal or mission, and meet each person where they are. Leaders must take steps in their conversations with others to sidestep this belief and ensure tasks—and how to do them—match each individual’s process and strengths.

Leaders often mask their true emotions to meet workplace demands, but this “surface acting” can trigger a cycle of exhaustion and disengagement that can be hard to break. New research shows that when energy is low, leaders default to faking enthusiasm, which drains them further, making it harder and harder to engage their emotions in a way that resonates with their team. In contrast, “deep acting,” which involves authentically reshaping emotional responses, fosters connection and resilience. Recovery strategies like low-effort relaxation and micro-breaks help leaders recharge and reconnect. By investing in emotional awareness and restoration, leaders can break the spiral, sustain performance, and lead with authenticity, even when facing tough conversations and high-pressure days.

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Republicans say giving health care subsidies as cash to consumers would give Americans more control over their coverage. Critics say it could severely undermine the ACA marketplaces.

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Planning Isn’t a Luxury—It’s a Leadership Skill

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Discover how structured coaching can transform everyday leadership. This eBook introduces the GROW model—Goals, Reality, Options, Way Forward—as a practical framework for guiding conversations, solving problems, and building accountability. Whether you're a new supervisor or a seasoned manager, GROW helps you shift from telling to coaching, unlocking clarity, ownership, and progress. Includes real-world case studies, power questions, and a fillable coaching prep worksheet.