Knowing When To Call It a Day (When You're An Overachiever)
In today’s episode, we're tackling a challenge familiar to every driven, growth-oriented woman: knowing when to call it a day. If you're an overachiever who can't resist checking off just one more task, this episode is your guide to setting healthy boundaries. Cherylanne shares actionable steps to help you recognize when it's time to switch gears and recharge. Filled with real-life examples and practical strategies, this episode will empower you to maintain your productivity without sacrificing your well-being. Let’s master the art of balance and elevate our brilliance together! Show Highlights: Do you find yourself constantly pushing to do more? [00:55] How to decide when it is enough? [03:34] Discover the power of recognizing your tiredness [06:05] The significance of planning your day [07:56] What to do when you can’t complete everything on your daily plan [09:28] How to have a renewed sense of productivity [10:52] How can you commit to a bedtime and stick to it no matter what? [14:28] Is your work overshadowing all else in your life? [18:47] Subscribe to The Brilliant Balance Weekly and we’ll deliver it to your digital doorstep each Tuesday: www.brilliant-balance.com/weekly Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/cskolnicki Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057
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You deserve a big, full life and the freedom to enjoy it. The Brilliant Balance Podcast helps women in leadership design their next chapter for sustainable success—without burnout.
Every week, host Cherylanne Skolnicki, a leading expert in work-life balance, leadership growth, and mindset coaching, shares ideas, inspiration, and insights to help high-achieving women align their ambition with personal fulfillment. Through conversations on leadership mindset, time management, and personal growth, you'll gain the tools to thrive in both your career and personal life.
Whether you're considering a career pivot or craving more time for your personal life, you might find yourself asking:
How do I advance my career—without working 24/7?
Can I achieve my goals while still having time for my family?
How do I stop feeling overwhelmed and start feeling in control?
What’s next for me—and how do I design it intentionally?
If you’ve ever wondered how to fulfill your potential without breaking your life, this podcast is for you. In addition to sharing her own insights, Cherylanne sits down with experts, thought leaders, and ambitious women who reveal their strategies for burnout recovery, productivity for women, and redefining success on their terms.
You’ll love the Brilliant Balance Podcast if you like podcasts like: Unlocking Us or Dare to Lead with Brene Brown, Women at Work by Harvard Business Review, The Midlife with Reshma Saujani, We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle, The Mel Robbins Podcast, HerMoney with Jean Chatzky, So Money with Farnoosh Torabi