Angela Stephens sits down with author, speaker, and Wiseman Group partner Shawn Vanderhoven to explore what it really takes to lead brilliant work in an overwhelming, hyper-connected world. Shawn shares his personal morning ritual for creating focus, and the core ideas behind the Wiseman Group's leadership philosophy inspired by Liz Wiseman's book Multipliers. He explains why so many people feel like "butter spread over too much bread," and how great leaders combat that by creating space for focus, not adding more noise. Shawn reveals key insights from his six-year research project and upcoming book "Pause: How to Lead Brilliant Work in a Busy World," including the difference between a bias for impact and a bias for action, how to avoid "chasing shiny objects" in growing businesses, and why exposing hidden workloads and keeping growth on the agenda are essential leadership practices.