Leading High Performers
Audio • 22 minutes
Learning Objectives
- Discover how to support ambitious, high-performing team members without burning them out.
- Set clear boundaries, roles, and expectations to manage impact and avoid overload.
- 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.