#160 The Leaders Who Pause Win

Before the next push, pause.

In this episode, Mandy explores how true leadership isn’t about running faster—it’s about knowing when to pause.

This is your permission slip to catch up with yourself. To pause, reflect, and realign—not just to avoid burnout, but to lead with clarity, steadiness, and power.

If you’re constantly in motion, always chasing the next thing, this episode will meet you in that momentum—and gently invite you to step off the treadmill of ‘more’.

🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why rest is not a reward—it’s a requirement for strategic leadership
• What samurai warriors can teach us about leadership and preparation
• How to shift from 5th-gear grinding to 6th-gear power and ease
• A practical ritual you can use today to reset your nervous system
• The hidden costs of recovery debt—and how to reclaim real rest

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