high achievers

Passion fuels excellence.

Too much passion – not good.

Why?

Overconfidence and burnout.

Managing passionate people takes strong finesse.

It would help if you encouraged regular check-ins to gauge workload and stress.

Promote a culture of realistic goal-setting.

Foster open communication about challenges.

Encourage balance over a continuum to prevent burnout.

Force function opportunities for rest and recovery.

Acknowledge and reward efforts, not just outcomes.

Passionate people need guidance, not micromanagement.

Help them channel their energy constructively.

Balance ambition with achievable milestones.

Be proactive in identifying signs of overextension.

Remember, passion should drive sustainable success.

By managing passion wisely, you’ll cultivate a resilient and high-performing team.

"Passion is a powerful engine. Guide it, don't rein it in." – Mike Brewer Share on X