# Leadership, Burnout and Purpose - Season 5: Episode # 90

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Podcast: [The Cheat Code & Friends](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-cheat-code-friends-6457610)
Published: 2026-05-22T13:16:49+00:00
Episode link: https://share.transistor.fm/s/c941117d
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## Resource

A lot of leaders look successful right before they burn out. In this episode of the Cheat Code + Friends podcast, Jason Yarborough talks about the pressure behind modern leadership and why constant performance is leaving people disconnected from themselves, their teams, and the work they used to care about. The conversation explores burnout, identity, company culture, and the growing expectation that leaders should always be available, always producing, and always winning. Jason also shares why self-awareness, community, and honest conversations are becoming essential for leaders trying to build high-performing teams without losing themselves in the process. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene 04:32 The Modern Leadership Trap 09:52 Finding Self-Worth in Leadership 15:01 The Impact of Social Media on Leadership Perception 18:08 Influencing Organizational Culture 18:48 Understanding Motivation and Empowerment 20:54 Navigating Organizational Change and Leadership 22:41 The Impact of Leadership on Team Dynamics 23:51 Balancing Performance and Personal Well-being 26:02 Adapting to Market Changes and Personal Fulfillment 29:25 Generational Shifts in Work Culture 31:38 Creating Safe Spaces for Personal Growth 34:38 The Role of Leadership in Organizational Health 37:43 Demand for Mental Health and Coaching in Organizations 39:45 Individual Responsibility in Personal Development 42:57 The Arcadia Leadership Experience References in the Show: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/05/executives-are-burning-out-dont-know-how-to-cope-management-experts.html https://www.forbes.com/sites/lisacurtis/2026/04/29/the-ceos-beating-burnout-retention-loss-and-hustle-culture-all-at-once/ Quote of the Show: “I think part of the reason why we want Arcadia to focus on leaders is that every…

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