EPISODE · Sep 28, 2025 · 15 MIN
#71 When you don’t know where to start
from Katie's Leadership Lounge · host Katie Quinney
In this episode of The Leadership Lounge, host Katie addresses healthcare leaders who feel stuck and overwhelmed by the pressures of their roles. She emphasises that leadership is an attitude, not a title, and encourages listeners to try something different to break free from feeling stuck, whether it's a small change like altering their breakfast or a big life change. Katie highlights the importance of noticing wins each day. She recommends books such as "Switch" by Dan and Chip Heath, "Immunity to Change," and "Atomic Habits" to aid in personal and organisational change. She shares a personal anecdote about taking a walk during home renovations to regain energy and momentum. Katie also announces she will reduce the frequency of her email updates and take more frequent podcast breaks for balance. She closes with a message of encouragement, reminding listeners that by continuing to show up, they are doing better than they realise and should keep making small changes to foster progress and hope. Links and Resources: Check out the leadership lounge webpagekatiequinney.com
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Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to even begin? In this episode of The Leadership Lounge, Katie speaks directly to healthcare leaders who feel weighed down by responsibility and unable to see a way forward. Instead of waiting for the perfect solution, Katie shares why the most powerful thing you can do is take one step—any step—different from yesterday. Whether it’s a small shift in your routine or a bold choice that changes your perspective, doing something different is the spark that creates momentum and hope. You’ll hear encouragement, practical examples, and recommended resources to help you reclaim clarity and energy when leadership feels too heavy. If you’ve been feeling powerless or caught in the grind, this episode is a reminder that you already hold more choice than you realise and that change begins the moment you take the first step.
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