We coach founders and leaders through intense seasons of growth, transition, and sometimes, total reinvention. One pattern shows up over and over again: the leaders who are most depleted are often the ones trying to give the most.
They’re running on caffeine, skipping meals, and convincing themselves they’ll catch up on rest “after the next big thing.” Sound familiar?
Here’s the truth:
You can’t lead well if you’re not sleeping well.
Lack of sleep isn’t just a wellness issue—it’s a business risk. It compromises your decision-making, emotional regulation, and ability to communicate clearly. It dulls your instincts and shortens your fuse. And when you’re leading a team—or preparing to hand one off—those things matter.
You can have the best playbook in the world, but if your brain is foggy and your fuse is short, it won’t matter. Rest is strategy.
So before your next leadership sprint, ask yourself:
Am I setting the tone I want my team to follow?
Am I making space for recovery, or glorifying burnout?
Would I want my team making major decisions this sleep-deprived?
The work will always be there. But your edge—the thing that makes you sharp, intuitive, and emotionally available to your business—requires rest.
Protect your sleep. Protect your leadership.