Rest, Recuperate and Recharge

Whenever one of the leaders I work with tells me they're taking some holiday, I have two reactions - a twinge of envy, and genuine delight. 

Leadership is all-encompassing. The weight of decisions, the constant visibility and the responsibility for others that doesn’t end at 5.30pm. Which is why stepping away isn't a luxury; it's a necessity. 

For a leader to show up at their best for their organisation, their team and themselves, they must take time to rest, recuperate and recharge.