November 06, 2025

The Real Danger Of Comfort Zones

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15 minutes

Are you still growing as a leader, or have you slipped into comfort mode? In this episode, Shannon Waller explores why ongoing leadership development is essential for entrepreneurial success and how embracing new challenges—and even a little discomfort—keeps you and your team dynamic, resilient, and thriving. Learn strategies for self-disruption, intentional learning, and genuine team growth.

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Show Notes:

Growth-minded leaders don’t coast; when you’re comfortable, it’s a sign to shake things up.

The world, your team, and your own thinking are changing fast, so staying curious (and humble) is part of the job.

Notice if energy or creativity feels flat—that’s your cue to try something new, however small.

Don’t let “status” turn into comfort; keep looking for ways to contribute and stretch yourself, even if it feels awkward at first.

The best disruptions start with you—not market forces, not your competitors, and not your team.

Surround yourself with people who challenge you, not just cheer for you. Being in a learning community keeps you fresh and inspired.

Sometimes, growth means admitting you don’t have all the answers and that’s not just okay, it’s leadership in action.

If you catch yourself resisting new tech or just sticking to familiar ways, be honest: Is it time for a reset or a break?

Find mentors and colleagues who will hold up a mirror and gently push you to think again. Trust and safety power real growth.

You set the tone: when you’re learning and stretching, your team feels invited to do the same.

Remember, it’s collaboration and care (not perfection!) that make leading a team both fulfilling and effective.

Try something brand new, even if you’re not great at it. Your own willingness to experiment is contagious.

If you’re bored or stale, set a bigger goal that excites you (and makes you nervous)—it’s the surest way to pull everyone forward.

Leadership is about caring—about your people, your clients, and your own development.

Resources:

KolbeCon

Genius Network®

EOS® Worldwide

No-Drama Leadership by Marlene Chism

From Conflict to Courage by Marlene Chism

The 4 C’s Formula by Dan Sullivan

...more

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November 06, 2025

The Real Danger Of Comfort Zones

Listen Later

15 minutes

Are you still growing as a leader, or have you slipped into comfort mode? In this episode, Shannon Waller explores why ongoing leadership development is essential for entrepreneurial success and how embracing new challenges—and even a little discomfort—keeps you and your team dynamic, resilient, and thriving. Learn strategies for self-disruption, intentional learning, and genuine team growth.

Download Episode Transcript

Show Notes:

Growth-minded leaders don’t coast; when you’re comfortable, it’s a sign to shake things up.

The world, your team, and your own thinking are changing fast, so staying curious (and humble) is part of the job.

Notice if energy or creativity feels flat—that’s your cue to try something new, however small.

Don’t let “status” turn into comfort; keep looking for ways to contribute and stretch yourself, even if it feels awkward at first.

The best disruptions start with you—not market forces, not your competitors, and not your team.

Surround yourself with people who challenge you, not just cheer for you. Being in a learning community keeps you fresh and inspired.

Sometimes, growth means admitting you don’t have all the answers and that’s not just okay, it’s leadership in action.

If you catch yourself resisting new tech or just sticking to familiar ways, be honest: Is it time for a reset or a break?

Find mentors and colleagues who will hold up a mirror and gently push you to think again. Trust and safety power real growth.

You set the tone: when you’re learning and stretching, your team feels invited to do the same.

Remember, it’s collaboration and care (not perfection!) that make leading a team both fulfilling and effective.

Try something brand new, even if you’re not great at it. Your own willingness to experiment is contagious.

If you’re bored or stale, set a bigger goal that excites you (and makes you nervous)—it’s the surest way to pull everyone forward.

Leadership is about caring—about your people, your clients, and your own development.

Resources:

KolbeCon

Genius Network®

EOS® Worldwide

No-Drama Leadership by Marlene Chism

From Conflict to Courage by Marlene Chism

The 4 C’s Formula by Dan Sullivan

...more

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