When We Finally Stop Running
High performance isn’t built by running faster — it’s sustained by clarity.
When leaders pause, they see the system more clearly.
And that clarity serves our people, our boards, and our shareholders — leading to wiser decisions, reduced risk, and more sustainable results.
I was reminded of this truth over the weekend at a health retreat with my daughter (yes — guess who paid).
What struck me wasn’t the yoga or the green drinks — it was the hum of people, all of us, desperately trying to catch up… with time, with ourselves, with what matters.
As I watched the ripples settle across a still pool, I realised how much this mirrors leadership.
When our systems run hot and the pace never slows, the reflection distorts — and we stop seeing clearly: ourselves, our impact, our people.
This isn’t just about self-care (though that matters deeply).
It’s about creating deliberate pauses — structured moments where leaders step back to reflect on what’s really happening inside their organisational systems.
When we pause, we regain the perspective to align culture, pace, and purpose — to lead wisely, steward our people sustainably, and serve the whole system, not just the next deadline.
At CPEM, we work with leadership teams to make this kind of reflection practical and structured — helping them see their systems clearly, identify what drives the pace, and create space for clarity to return.
If this resonates, take a moment to pause and explore your own system.
The Leadership System Pulse Check Leadership System Pulse Check is a simple starting point — a short reflection to help you notice where your leadership rhythm might need space to breathe.
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