Episode 87: How Leaders Make Better Decisions Under Pressure

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Send Let’s Think About It a text Episode Summary Burnout isn’t just about being tired—it’s about misalignment, decision fatigue, and losing connection to what actually drives you. In this episode, Dr. Tricia Vinatieri, clinical psychologist and Chief Wellbeing Officer, breaks down how leaders can recognize early burnout signs and regain control before it impacts their decisions, teams, and performance. With nearly two decades of experience working with trauma and organizational wellbeing, she shares how burnout affects decision-making, why leaders default to “easy” choices under pressure, and how values-based leadership becomes the anchor in high-stress environments. This conversation challenges the myth that burnout is a personal weakness and reframes it as a systemic and leadership issue. If you're navigating stress, pressure, or leadership fatigue, this episode gives you a practical path back to clarity, alignment, and effective leadership. Key Takeaways Spot Burnout Early Cynicism, constant fatigue, and feeling ineffective are not random—they’re signals. Decision Fatigue Is Real Burnout doesn’t just drain energy—it lowers your ability to think clearly and choose wisely.