On the Fast Track
Meet Jodi, a frontline manager, all-in, pedal-to-the-metal in her chase for excellence. Her days are a non-stop flurry of to-dos, commitments, and looming deadlines. And it wasn’t just work; her personal life threw curveballs too. It felt like she was in a never-ending race, always pushing to achieve what she wanted, and she wanted it all.
But that came with a price. Too often, it felt like the tide of overwhelm was pulling her under.
The Real Deal with Time
There’s this idea that managing your time means avoiding time-wasters. But here’s the twist: the real challenge is staring at a bunch of valuable tasks and deciding which ones get your time.
Sound familiar? If you’re a frontline or middle manager like Jodi, I bet it does. That urge to be on point all the time, combined with the pressures we put on ourselves, can wear anyone down. And here’s the kicker: we often expect more of ourselves than others do.
A Fresh Look
So, Jodi decided it was time for a change. She took a deep dive into coaching, hoping for some clarity. (Did she achieve it? Of course! She’s Jodi! That’s what she does.)
The big takeaway? You can’t do it all, and that’s okay. In Jodi’s words, “You just aren’t going to get to everything. But if you’re choosing the right things to focus on, you’re still winning.”
This coaching journey got Jodi thinking – about her own benchmarks, and how they stacked up against what others expected. She figured out that it’s not about cramming everything in. It’s about sifting through the clutter and zeroing in on what truly matters to her.
Jodi’s Turnaround
By the end of it, Jodi had a whole new outlook. She saw success not as ticking every box but as making thoughtful choices. It meant aligning her actions with what she genuinely cared about and letting go of the rest without guilt.
With that shift in perspective, Jodi felt more grounded and in sync with herself. She left the relentless overwhelm behind, moving from a whirlwind of chaos to a place of clear purpose.
Your Move
Hey, to all the managers out there: Perfection is a myth. It’s about making smart choices that align with what’s truly important. So don’t lose yourself in the chase.
Feeling a bit like Jodi? Thinking coaching might help you find that clear path? Dive deeper into your own journey. Discover more.
