The H2 Leader Part 1: Why High-Impact Leaders Must Slow Down to Succeed.

Welcome to Part 1 of our three-part series on the H2 Leader—a leader who is both Healthy and High-Impact. In this episode, Alan dives into the first crucial element of sustainable leadership: brakes.

Many leaders today are moving way too fast—making decisions at a breakneck pace, pushing their teams beyond capacity, and ultimately heading toward burnout. But real impact doesn’t come from speed alone; it comes from intentionality, alignment, and reflection.

Join Alan as he unpacks:

The dangers of moving too fast in leadership
Why effective leaders must learn to slow down and pump the brakes
The shift from efficiency to effectiveness—why rushing through tasks can hurt your team
The power of daily, weekly, and quarterly reflection in leadership growth
Practical tools to help leaders audit their schedules and regain control

If you find yourself constantly saying, “I just need to go faster,” this episode is for you. Learn how slowing down can actually make you more effective, present, and impactful in your leadership journey.

Resources & Next Steps:
Anti-Burnout: Get your copy on Amazon
Right Side Up Journal – A practical tool for daily, weekly, and quarterly reflection. Get your copy on Amazon.

Leadership Reflection Challenge: What immediate change will you make to slow down? Ask your team or family for feedback!

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