#77 | How High Performing Leaders Miss the Burnout Warning Signs That Quietly Destroy Their Influence & Promotion. episode artwork

EPISODE · May 18, 2026 · 9 MIN

#77 | How High Performing Leaders Miss the Burnout Warning Signs That Quietly Destroy Their Influence & Promotion.

from Little Moves, Big Careers: Smart Career Growth Strategies for Ambitious Professionals. · host Caroline Esterson from Inspire Your Genius

How long has it been since you truly switched off without guilt, pressure, or the feeling that you should be doing more?In this episode of Unshakeable Her, we unpack the hidden cost of high performance and why so many capable, reliable professionals slide into burnout without even noticing it happening. Through Jess’s story — a respected leader quietly running on empty — you’ll hear how workplace culture, impossible personal standards, and constant availability can slowly disconnect you from yourself and your work.Inside this episode, you’ll discover: The hidden warning signs of burnout that high performers often miss until it’s too late  Why sustainable performance isn’t about doing less — it’s about recovering strategically  The surprisingly small daily shift that helped Jess regain clarity, energy, and focus without stepping away from her career If you’re tired of feeling like success always comes at the expense of your wellbeing, this episode will change the way you think about performance, ambition, and rest.New episodes are released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings.Stuck, simmering, or onto something juicy? I want to hear it. Drop me a line at [email protected] - I read them all.And here is the Spotify Playlist to accompany UnShakeable Her.Unshakeable Her is the podcast for women in leadership who are ready to build real influence, earn the promotion they deserve, and lead with confidence in systems that weren't built for them. Each episode tackles the challenges that shape leadership from the inside out, including imposter syndrome, resilience, credibility, boundaries, conflict, and feedback, while unpacking how pressure, workplace politics, strategic thinking, decision-making, and visibility affect the way ambitious women grow, lead, and get promoted without losing themselves in the process.

How long has it been since you truly switched off without guilt, pressure, or the feeling that you should be doing more? In this episode of Unshakeable Her, we unpack the hidden cost of high performance and why so many capable, reliable professionals slide into burnout without even noticing it happening. Through Jess’s story — a respected leader quietly running on empty — you’ll hear how workplace culture, impossible personal standards, and constant availability can slowly disconnect you from...

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