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You’re Leading the Team
But Who’s Lifting You?
Aloha Limitless Leader !
A founder called me last week with a raw questions
“I know I’m supposed to lift the team. But what do I do when I’m the one who’s low?”
It stopped me in my track,
Explore
Because I’ve lived it too.
In 2025, morale is fragile.
Engagement is at its lowest in over a decade.
Leaders are quietly carrying more than anyone sees—yet still expected to be the source of light.
(Source: Gallup, Great Place to Work)
Design
Here’s what Limitless Leaders do differently:
They don’t fake it. They don’t fold.
They normalize the dip—without drowning in it.
They tend to their own flame so others can follow.
They recognize generously, lead with empathy, and co-create small wins.
Not performative leadership. Human leadership.
Act
✨ Leadership Dare:
This week, share one moment of real vulnerability with your team. Then ask:
“What’s one thing we need most right now to move forward together?”
Reflect
What’s one area where you’re holding it together—but need someone to hold you?
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🛠 Try this tool in your next team meeting:
Stop | Start | Continue — three questions, 15 minutes, powerful signal.
Ask your team:
What should we Stop doing?
What should we Start doing?
What should we Continue doing?
Then act on one thing within a week. Trust builds in motion.
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This week’s blog post expands on all of this:
👉 Read it on LimitlessLeader.blog
Love be with you 💗
Lead on with purpose, grace, and Limitless potential. 🚀
