#144: Is It Time to Start Putting Yourself First?

<p>Many thoughtful leaders suffer from the common problem of putting their own needs last, and focusing on everyone else first. </p> <p>This is admirable, but over time, this can lead to a situation where you are working on everyone else’s priorities and sacrificing your own time and effort. It’s hard to lead effectively in this situation!</p> <p>In this episode, I look at some good ways to start putting yourself first and setting boundaries, so you can lead effectively and show up as the best leader you can be, each day.</p> <h3>Book Your Discovery Coaching Session</h3> <p>I invite you to a <strong>90-minute Discovery Coaching Session</strong>, where we will:</p> <ul> <li>Get clear on your most important goals and what is most important to you</li> <li>Identify blockers and limiting beliefs that are holding you back; and</li> <li>Develop key actions you can take to move forward and make progress.</li> </ul> <p>You will leave the Discovery Coaching Session with a sense of <strong>clarity</strong>, <strong>purpose</strong> and <strong>practical steps</strong> to move you forward.</p> <p><strong>👉 <a href= "https://www.thoughtfulleader.com/leadership-coaching/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Click here to learn more and apply for your Discovery Coaching Session.</a> 👈</strong></p> <h3>Like the Show? Leave a Review On Apple Podcasts ✅</h3> <p>👍 If you like this episode, <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thoughtful-leader-podcast/id1452121137?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener">please take a few minutes to leave a review on Apple Podcasts</a> <em>(Note: you have to scroll to the bottom to leave a review)</em>.</p> <p>Your review really helps me to reach a wider audience of thoughtful leaders, so we can improve workplaces around the world. I appreciate you taking the time! 🙏</p> <h3>Show Links:</h3> <ul> <li>Article: <a href= "https://www.thoughtfulleader.com/put-yourself-first/">How to Put Yourself First: A Guide For Leaders</a>.</li> <li>Podcast: <a href= "https://www.thoughtfulleader.com/podcast