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EPISODE · Jan 27, 2026 · 45 MIN

Episode#138 - It's Lonely at the Top: A Guide for Overwhelmed Executives with Corinne Gavlinski

from What's Happening at Work · host Joyce Odidison

send mailAs you ascend in your career, finding a trusted, objective confidant becomes nearly impossible. You're constantly navigating political landscapes, managing difficult peers, and making critical decisions in a state of executive function all day long, and it's leading to burnout.My guest, Corinne Gavlinski, has been in your shoes. As a former executive turned private talk partner for senior leaders, she understands this lonely reality. In this episode, she provides a strategic guide for navigating the C-suite. We discuss perspective-building, managing your team when you're stretched thin, and the crucial importance of having a thinking partner.This is an essential conversation for any senior leader who feels the weight of their role and is looking for practical strategies to lead with resilience.This strategic conversation covers:► How to gain perspective when you're too "in it" and emotional.► The danger of homogenizing your team members when you're stressed.► Why your recovery from a mistake is more important than the mistake itself.► The single most important job of a leader (Hint: It's not just about hitting targets).Connect with Corinne Gavlinski: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corinnegavlinski/Website URL: http://thegavgroup.com#ExecutiveBurnout #LeadershipDevelopment #CSuite #ThinkingPartner #Resilience #WhatIsHappeningAtWorkSupport the show

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