5. Juggle Professional and Personal Demands

A full life results from living 200 percent of what it has to offer. Exceptional leaders care about career success, goal attainment, and making a difference for their organization. They also focus on family, friends, personal interests, and nonwork activities that matter. Diversity of interests comes into play here. Some people live for their work. They fulfill their personal life by leading others. Most do not put all their eggs in one basket. Decide the balance you want and serve the needs that matter to you.

Assess your current juggling act. Constant fatigue and lack of energy may mean you overfocus on work, especially if your annual physical checkup reveals you are healthy and your doctor remarks, ...

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