Hey there,
Ever watch a juggler? They don’t hold onto every ball at once—they focus on what’s in front of them, lean into the rhythm, and keep things moving.
Leadership: The Metrics & Morale Juggle
Leading a team isn’t about touching every ball at the same time—it’s about knowing which one needs your focus in the moment. Some days, it’s all about the numbers: metrics, performance, hitting that next goal. Other days, it’s about culture—checking in with your team, creating space for engagement, or tackling burnout before it takes root.
The trick? Be intentional about where you put your energy (it’s a limited resource). If you spend all your time chasing productivity but neglect team morale, you’ll end up dropping both. And if something does slip (because, let’s be real, it will), don’t waste time in frustration—just pick it up and keep going.
A prioritization matrix or time blocking can help clarify what needs attention and when. The key isn’t doing everything at once—it’s making sure what matters most doesn’t get lost in the shuffle.
Life: The Household & Holiday Hustle
If leadership is a juggling act, then life outside of work is an entire circus some days. Keeping up with the house, managing schedules, navigating holiday or seasonal chaos—there’s always something in motion. (Wait, you have to make what for school?)
One day, you’re on top of meal planning and laundry; the next, you realize you forgot to RSVP to an event or missed a school form deadline. Whoops.
But just like at work, the goal isn’t perfection—it’s progress. Focus on what’s in front of you, adjust as needed, and don’t beat yourself up if something drops. You’ll pick it up, just like you always do.
So this week, whether at work or home, remind yourself: you don’t have to catch everything at once. Just keep the rhythm (and if you’re a little offbeat, nobody will notice), keep the momentum, and trust that you’ll make it through.
Keep juggling,
Lisa
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