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🎙️ Episode 10: The Cost of Being the Strong One – Leading When You're Tired of Holding It All Together
Hosted by Dr. Fredrick D. Lee II | Leadership Lessons Podcast

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What does it cost to be the one who always holds it all together?

In Episode 10, Dr. Fredrick D. Lee II explores the hidden weight of being “the strong one” in leadership, especially for those who are high-achieving, deeply empathetic, and constantly relied upon.

This episode is a call-in, not just a call-out. If you’re exhausted but expected to lead… if you’ve learned to suppress your needs to stay "professional"... if you're holding everyone else together while quietly unraveling—this one is for you.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How emotional intelligence can help you lead without losing yourself
• Why “being strong” can become a leadership liability if left unchecked
• 5 Change Moves for leaders who are showing up while worn out
• Practical tools to build boundaries, emotional sustainability, and truth-telling in leadership
• A powerful, affirming segment rooted in Black Feminist Thought, honoring the unique pressures and power of Black women in leadership

📌 Special Announcements:

🎁 Bonus Episode Coming Soon: A deep dive into Social Cognitive Theory—learn how behavior, identity, and environment interact to shape your leadership impact.

➡️ Episode 11 Preview: From Burnout to Balance – Building a Leadership Lifestyle That Doesn’t Break You
We’ll cover signs of burnout, recovery strategies, and how to lead from a place of wholeness, not depletion.

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