Leading High Performers

Audio • 22 minutes

Learning Objectives

  1. Discover how to support ambitious, high-performing team members without burning them out.
  2. Set clear boundaries, roles, and expectations to manage impact and avoid overload.
  3. Explore how to build trust, maintain authority, and offer progression opportunities.

Lesson Description

High performers are a gift but without the right approach they can become overloaded, frustrated, or disengaged. In this podcast-style lesson, Executive Coach Ruth Farenga outlines five key steps to effectively lead your most capable team members. You’ll explore how to acknowledge their expertise, enable their success, and strike a balance between coaching and setting limits. This lesson helps you avoid common pitfalls like under-challenging or over-promising and ensures your high performers feel seen, supported, and ready to grow.