# 35. Why Leadership Feels Harder Than Expected

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Podcast: [Women don’t Rush](https://stenobird.com/podcast/women-don-t-rush-7116439)
Published: 2026-01-20T11:30:00+00:00
Episode link: https://womendontrush.podbean.com/e/leadership/
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Episode Summary: In this episode, I explore why leadership often feels harder than it should. Not because you’re doing anything wrong, but because expectations have quietly shifted. I reflect on the unseen emotional weight many women carry, and why pushing harder or doing more doesn’t always create the connection or engagement we’re hoping for. This is a gentle, reflective conversation about the human side of leadership It’s an invitation to pause, recognise yourself, and consider a different way of leading that feels calmer, more aligned, and more sustainable.

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