Your leadership breakdown might be a sign of growth. Here’s why

If you’re an executive, there might be a time when you find yourself showing up on edge. You feel burned out, frustrated, and confused. The symptoms are familiar: You take longer to make decisions that typically come easily to you. You find it harder to move your team. Your instincts—once your superpower—start to misfire. Naturally, you start to wonder if you’re losing your touch.

But what if, instead of breaking down, you’re shedding?

We often imagine leadership development as a ladder—from novice to expert...