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Burnout Proof Leadership: Identify Shift and Leadership Skills for Midlife Women Entrepreneurs

Dr. Tracy Christopherson and Michelle Troseth
Leadership
Burnout
Polarity Intelligence
Work-Life Balance
Leadership Development
Personal Development
Entrepreneurship
Leadership Skills
Mental Health
Burnout Prevention
Productivity
Leadership Identity
Emotional Intelligence
Resilience
Self-Awareness
Psychological Safety
Time Management
Career Growth
Professional Development
Stress Management

Have you hit a plateau in your leadership journey, feeling overworked and unsure how to break through? You’ve climbed the ranks, but despite your hard work you’re not advancing and you’re battling stress and decision-fatigue leaving you uncertain about your next step. Burnout Proof Leadership is your go-to podcast for shifting your leadership identity, refining your leadership skills, and using po... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Katelyn Lehman
Clinical psychologist and holistic mental health innovator; author of The Coherence Method
Quantum Clinic / HeartMath Institute partnership mentioned
Episode: The Heart-Brain Science-Based Hack You Can Use to Stop Burnout for Good - with Dr Katelyn Lehman
Serin Silva
Strategic advisor, certified emotional intelligence coach, semantics for the workplace practitioner
Episode: Your Business Won’t Grow Beyond Your Nervous System & Leadership Identity - with Serin Silva
Jay Abbasi
Global keynote speaker, TEDx speaker, coach, former Tesla leader
Self-employed / Speaker and Coach
Episode: The ESSENTIAL 3 Leadership Skills Every Founder Needs to Avoid Burnout (Before It’s Too Late)- with Jay Abbasi
Brett McDermott
Keynote speaker and leadership communication expert
Episode: Avoid Founder Burnout by Adding Charisma to Your Leadership Toolbox and the Unexpected Way You Can Show Up Powerfully When It Matters Most – with Brett McDermott
Dr. Kate Lund
Clinical psychologist, keynote speaker, resilience expert
Speaker/Author
Episode: How to Avoid Burnout by Using This Secret Method to Become an Unstoppable Resilient Founder - with Dr Kate Lund
Saul Cohen
Experienced accountant, acquisitions adviser, and advocate for entrepreneurship
Episode: The Most Important Leadership Identity Shift You Need to Overcome the Entrepreneurial Grind and Avoid Burnout- with Saul Cohen
Samantha Livingstone
Olympic gold medalist, high-performance consultant and educator
Independent / Speaker and Consultant
Episode: How to Rebuild Your Leadership Identity After Burnout - with Olympic Champion Samantha Livingstone
Dr. Tracy Brower
PhD sociologist studying community happiness and the future of work; VP of Workplace Insights at Steelcase; Forbes contributor
Steelcase; Forbes
Episode: Burnout and Loneliness are on the Rise — The Connection-Driven Leadership Skills You Need NOW to Avoid Burnout - with Dr. Tracy Brower
Tyler Dunagin
Entrepreneur, inventor, and operator building businesses that solve real world problems
Independent entrepreneur
Episode: Trapped in the Business You Built? How Entrepreneurs Burnout & Leadership Skills That Will Reduce it with Tyler Dunagin

Hosts

Tracy
Host of burnout-focused leadership discussions; co-presenter in Polarity Spotlight episodes; partnered with Michelle to explore polarity intelligence and sustainable leadership.
Michelle
Co-host focusing on leadership identity shifts, burnout prevention, and practical coaching frameworks; frequent collaborator with Tracy.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 101 ratings
  • Real conversations that matter

    Burnout is a huge issue facing organizations today. I appreciate the honest conversations that give inspiration and real tools to increase sustainable leadership impact.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marc A12
    United States3 months ago
  • A Smarter, Sustainable Path to Leadership Growth

    Burnout Proof Leadership offers such a refreshing and much-needed perspective for leaders who feel stuck or stretched too thin. I love how it goes beyond traditional leadership advice and brings in tools like polarity intelligence to navigate real-world challenges with more clarity and ease. It’s practical, insightful, and a powerful guide for growing as a leader without burning yourself out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steph Kwong
    United States3 months ago
  • Great hosts !!

    I was recently a guest on the show and I was so impressed with the level of preparation they did before the episode. They asked really unique and excellent questions that allowed me to give action based answers that could really benefit the audience. Cannot recommend enough!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brett McDermott 1
    United States4 months ago
  • Exceptional Podcast!

    Tracy and Michelle are world-class hosts that know how to go beyond the surface to a depth that offers real value and transformation. The conversations are natural and the insights are drawn out in an authentic, relatable manner. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jay_Abbasi
    United States4 months ago
  • Very relevant

    This episode really resonated. Honest about burnout without being heavy, and practical about what leaders can actually do. I came away with a useful reframe for how I think about energy and capacity.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PattyF831
    United States7 months ago

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Listeners praise actionable leadership tools and practical frameworks that help prevent burnout.
The hosts are described as credible, warm, and coach-like with strong chemistry.
Bite-sized episodes with clear, applicable advice are highly appreciated by busy leaders.
Guests and conversations are seen as valuable and fresh, offering real-world takeaways for leadership growth.

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Your Business Won’t Grow Beyond Your Nervous System & Leadership Identity - with Serin Silva
Q: If your nervous system could send you a text message during a stressful moment, what would it say, and how can leaders respond in real time to stay grounded?
The text would likely urge grounding actions like stepping outside to feel the feet on the ground and reconnect with Mother Earth; the practical takeaway is to create brief, intentional grounding rituals at the start of meetings to regulate the nervous system and improve presence.
Your Business Won’t Grow Beyond Your Nervous System & Leadership Identity - with Serin Silva
Q: One of the questions we wanted to explore is: what are some hidden patterns you see in high-performing female founders that look successful on the outside but are actually putting them at high risk for burnout or disconnection?
The pattern often involves survival-mode behavior, with leaders being high-functioning yet unaware of how their stress is affecting body and decision‑making; they may equate stress with dedication, which masks the toll it takes and amplifies burnout risk.
Avoid Founder Burnout by Adding Charisma to Your Leadership Toolbox and the Unexpected Way You Can Show Up Powerfully When It Matters Most – with Brett McDermott
Q: What is charisma and how did you become a charisma thought leader?
Charisma is the blend of projecting confidence and generating human connection, built through practicing a series of skills rather than a single innate trait; Brett's journey grew from real-world leadership in New York City and refining how confidence and connection work in tandem.
How to Avoid Burnout by Using This Secret Method to Become an Unstoppable Resilient Founder - with Dr Kate Lund
Q: What guidance would you give to caregivers and parents facing stress in addition to running a business?
The advice emphasizes modulating the stress response, communicating needs authentically, and maintaining a dynamic balance by prioritizing essential self-care activities and sharing responsibilities.
How to Avoid Burnout by Using This Secret Method to Become an Unstoppable Resilient Founder - with Dr Kate Lund
Q: What are your thoughts about micro stressors and how they affect long-term resilience?
She notes that micro stressors accumulate over time and that a consistent practice like the relaxation response helps people modulate their reactions and navigate ongoing stress more effectively.

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The show centers on transforming leadership identity while expanding practical skills to prevent burnout in high-pressure roles. Across episodes, listeners are guided to apply polarity intelligence to navigate workplace tensions, balance energy and performance, and delegate effectively so growth doesn't come at the cost of well-being. Notable throughlines include leadership identity shifts (e.g., moving from individual contributor to coach), unpacking burnout patterns, and using structured frameworks to sustain momentum without overworking. The format tends to fuse storytelling with actionable tools, guest insights, and concise episodes designed for busy leaders seeking sustainable impact. This makes it especially appealing to mid-career pr... more

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4. Brett McDermott
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7. Samantha Livingstone
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