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Episode 40: Just Because You're Responsible Doesn't Mean You're in Control
Episode 40: Just Because You're Responsible Doesn't Mean You're in Control
Many leaders I work with aren't actually carrying too much work.
They're carrying too much responsibility.
Responsibility for team culture. Responsibility for whether everyone is happy. Responsibility for another leader's behaviour. Responsibility for organisational decisions they didn't make. Responsibility for things that were never actually theirs to control.
In this solo episode, we're exploring one of the simplest but most powerful leadership frameworks I use in leadership supervision: the Circle of Control.
We'll unpack what sits within your control, what you can influence, and what is genuinely outside of your control. Using practical leadership examples, I'll also share why helping professionals often become "fixers", how that mindset can follow us into leadership, and three common leadership traps that can leave us feeling frustrated, emotionally drained and questioning whether we're doing enough.
The goal isn't to care less. It's to direct your time and energy towards the things that will have the greatest impact, rather than carrying the weight of everything happening around you.
In this episode, we chat about
- Why leaders often feel responsible for far more than their role requires
- The difference between control, influence and concern
- Why helping professionals and leaders can easily fall into the role of “fixer”
- What sits within your control as a leader
- Why influence is powerful, even when it doesn't guarantee outcomes
- Three common leadership traps that can quickly drain your energy
- A simple reflection exercise to help you approach your current leadership challenges differently
If this episode resonated with you, I'd genuinely love to hear from you. Connect with me on LinkedIn and let me know what's one thing you've been carrying as a leader that might not actually be yours to carry.
Support for Leaders & Organisations:
I work with leaders and organisations across Australia through leadership supervision, reflective practice, training and workshops.
My work focuses on helping leaders support their teams, navigate complex leadership challenges, and lead in a way that's sustainable for both themselves and the people around them.
You can learn more about my services or get in touch using the links below.
Website
Email: [email protected]
If you enjoyed this episode of Not Another PD, I'd really appreciate it if you followed the podcast and shared this episode with another leader who might need to hear it.
I look forward to seeing you next time!
Jazmin
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By Jazmin Pursell ConsultingEpisode 40: Just Because You're Responsible Doesn't Mean You're in Control
Many leaders I work with aren't actually carrying too much work.
They're carrying too much responsibility.
Responsibility for team culture. Responsibility for whether everyone is happy. Responsibility for another leader's behaviour. Responsibility for organisational decisions they didn't make. Responsibility for things that were never actually theirs to control.
In this solo episode, we're exploring one of the simplest but most powerful leadership frameworks I use in leadership supervision: the Circle of Control.
We'll unpack what sits within your control, what you can influence, and what is genuinely outside of your control. Using practical leadership examples, I'll also share why helping professionals often become "fixers", how that mindset can follow us into leadership, and three common leadership traps that can leave us feeling frustrated, emotionally drained and questioning whether we're doing enough.
The goal isn't to care less. It's to direct your time and energy towards the things that will have the greatest impact, rather than carrying the weight of everything happening around you.
In this episode, we chat about
- Why leaders often feel responsible for far more than their role requires
- The difference between control, influence and concern
- Why helping professionals and leaders can easily fall into the role of “fixer”
- What sits within your control as a leader
- Why influence is powerful, even when it doesn't guarantee outcomes
- Three common leadership traps that can quickly drain your energy
- A simple reflection exercise to help you approach your current leadership challenges differently
If this episode resonated with you, I'd genuinely love to hear from you. Connect with me on LinkedIn and let me know what's one thing you've been carrying as a leader that might not actually be yours to carry.
Support for Leaders & Organisations:
I work with leaders and organisations across Australia through leadership supervision, reflective practice, training and workshops.
My work focuses on helping leaders support their teams, navigate complex leadership challenges, and lead in a way that's sustainable for both themselves and the people around them.
You can learn more about my services or get in touch using the links below.
Website
Email: [email protected]
If you enjoyed this episode of Not Another PD, I'd really appreciate it if you followed the podcast and shared this episode with another leader who might need to hear it.
I look forward to seeing you next time!
Jazmin