From Fixer to Leader: Letting Go of the Rescue Reflex
Thu Jan 22 2026
If you’re the one who always steps in, smooths things over, or fixes issues before they escalate, this episode is for you. We explore why overachievers feel compelled to save others from failure, how this pattern forms, and why it costs more than we realize. You’ll leave with a new way to think about responsibility, leadership, and when stepping back is actually the strongest move.
If you want a space to unpack patterns like this with other high-performing leaders, join my free Skool community:
Burned-Out Overachiever’s Lab
It’s a practical, low-pressure space where we run small experiments, talk honestly about over-responsibility, and practice leading without constant bracing.
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If you’re the one who always steps in, smooths things over, or fixes issues before they escalate, this episode is for you. We explore why overachievers feel compelled to save others from failure, how this pattern forms, and why it costs more than we realize. You’ll leave with a new way to think about responsibility, leadership, and when stepping back is actually the strongest move. If you want a space to unpack patterns like this with other high-performing leaders, join my free Skool community: Burned-Out Overachiever’s Lab It’s a practical, low-pressure space where we run small experiments, talk honestly about over-responsibility, and practice leading without constant bracing.