From burnout to breakthrough:
A leadership transformation
The Challenge
The leader faced significant personal and professional challenges due to burnout, impacting his mental and emotional well-being. This led to a leave of absence and raised concerns about his ability to effectively manage his role long-term. He experienced diminished self-confidence, struggled with assertiveness, and withdrew when facing challenges. A structured intervention helped him regain his confidence and boost his personal leadership.
The process
Over a period of 18 months, I conducted one-on-one coaching to help my client uncover the key factors contributing to his burnout. The process focused on rebuilding and expanding his leadership foundation by increasing his self-awareness, helping him identify and understand the mental and emotional mechanisms stressing him. Through reflective exercises, practical strategies, and conversation, he gradually recovered and developed sustainable strategies to maintain his balance and navigate challenges with confidence.
The results
The leader achieved significant improvements, including a successful return to full-time work, performing more effectively after his leave of absence. He developed greater self-awareness, self-regulation, and clarity, enabling him to foresee and address factors contributing to stress. Enhanced self-worth and refined leadership skills allowed him to operate with renewed confidence, while increased assertiveness empowered him to tackle challenges head-on with constructive actions and greater resilience.
Dear Fabiola,
I would like to thank you for your invaluable coaching on my journey towards version 2.0.
I sense a shift towards a better balance.
I would like to thank you for your invaluable coaching on my journey towards version 2.0.
I sense a shift towards a better balance.
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