We often hear that high performance comes at a cost—but is that really true? In this episode of The Leaders Kitbag , I challenge the outdated notion that success is only achieved by working longer, harder, and faster. Instead, I explore what it truly takes to deliver sustainable high performance—both for ourselves and the teams we lead. You’ll discover: Why working smarter—not just harder—is essential for long-term success. The leadership failures that can lead to burnout and how to avoid them. How to focus on effectiveness over effort to drive real impact. Sustainable high performance is a leadership responsibility. Sustainable high performance isn’t just an individual challenge—it’s a leadership responsibility. The way we model balance, recovery, and focus directly influences our teams and organisations. How well is your organisation set up for scale? Find out by completing my free Leadership Capability Scorecard here . Designed for senior leaders and HR professionals, this scorecard provides a clear snapshot of your organisation’s leadership capability—helping you identify strengths and gaps that could either support or hinder your scale-up plans.
