Burnout often stems from accumulating commitments that are no longer aligned with your goals. Actively create a "to-don't" list by auditing your calendar for tasks and meetings that don't serve your current vision, and then systematically eliminate them.
Leaders often burn out because their team is overly reliant on them. This dependency isn't a sign of a weak team but rather a leader's subtle micromanagement and failure to truly empower them, creating a self-fulfilling prophecy of indispensability.
Your immediate emotional response to a new goal reveals your underlying energy and mindset. A feeling of dread is a critical early warning sign that your current path is unsustainable and heading towards burnout, while excitement signals a healthier state.
Don't postpone being the person you aspire to be. Define your ideal future self (e.g., a balanced leader) and consciously find small moments in your daily calendar to act like that person now, rather than waiting for external validation or milestones.