Episode highlightsThis episode is based on my book, Fully ConnectedLeadership is hard and has many challenges - loneliness, priorities, pressureThe first step to regaining control is deciding that something needs to changeKnow what gives / saps your energyDifferent ways you can take back ownership of your lifeResourcesBuy a signed copy of Fully Connected  Download Ch 1 of Fully Connected for FREEDownload the 90-day plan workbook for FREEOther podcast episodes mentioned:Sleep (e22)Rest (e24)Know your purpose (e26)Ask, listen and observe (e39)About your host: Mel KettleMel Kettle is a leadership communication strategist, speaker, author, and facilitator. She works with leaders and teams to help them communicate so they create real connection and sustained engagement.Mel’s work positively impacts people personally and professionally, whether she is facilitating a communication strategy workshop, running a training program on how to talk about menopause at work, or speaking about self-leadership at a conference.In 2022 and 2023 Mel was one of only seven Australians recognised by leadersHum as one of the Top 200 Biggest Voices in Leadership.She is the author of two books, the best-selling Fully Connected and The Social Association.Like this show?Please leave me a review here — even one sentence helps! Consider including your Instagram handle so I can thank you personally.Connect with Mel on LinkedIn and let her know your top takeaway from this episodeFollow Mel on Instagram