309. You Have An Addiction. I’m Your Intervention.

Key Takeaways

• Work addiction isn’t about working long hours - it’s about being unable to disconnect.
• Many leaders mistake busyness for productivity, but true impact comes from focused effort.
• Constantly checking email and Slack can feel productive but often leads to burnout.

Actionable Insights

• Set clear work boundaries - define when you’re truly “off” work.
• Audit your time: Are you doing deep work or just reacting to notifications?
• Lead by example - if you want your team to unplug, you have to do it first.

Leadership Challenge

• Can you go a full evening without checking work messages? Try it.
• What’s one habit you can change to work smarter, not just longer?

Final Thought

Being always “one” isn’t a badge of honor - it’s a fast track to exhaustion. The best leaders know when to work hard and when to step away.