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Podcast: Leadership Article Review Podcast
Episode: Managing Overload: Tactics for Helping Leaders Combat Chronic Overwhelm, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
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Abstract: This article explores research-backed strategies for dealing with the chronic feelings of being overwhelmed that affect an estimated 75% of today's business professionals according to existing research. With overwhelm linked to negative consequences such as burnout, poor decision-making, and an inability to meet organizational goals, the article presents four key tactics drawn from research that leaders can use to better manage their workload and regain a sense of control. The strategies discussed include conducting an audit of current responsibilities to identify unnecessary tasks that can be cut, limited multitasking and interruptions through setting distraction-free periods allowing focus on priorities...