The Pressure to Perform: Why Leaders Lie to Themselves First
04/08/25 • 6 min
Are you performing leadership or living it?
Leadership isn’t about pretending to have all the answers. It’s about showing up, being real, and being willing to learn as you go.
We’ve all felt the weight of expectations, especially as leaders. But here’s the truth— you don’t have to carry it all alone. Ask for help. Connect with others. Take off the baggage, and start showing up as your authentic self.
Leadership is about being YOU—unapologetically.
Tap into this episode of The Patieaux Podcast for real talk on how to stop performing and start living leadership. Let’s break free from the pressure and show up for ourselves, Suga!
Are you performing leadership or living it?
Leadership isn’t about pretending to have all the answers. It’s about showing up, being real, and being willing to learn as you go.
We’ve all felt the weight of expectations, especially as leaders. But here’s the truth— you don’t have to carry it all alone. Ask for help. Connect with others. Take off the baggage, and start showing up as your authentic self.
Leadership is about being YOU—unapologetically.
Tap into this episode of The Patieaux Podcast for real talk on how to stop performing and start living leadership. Let’s break free from the pressure and show up for ourselves, Suga!
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