How to lead when you are already stretched thin

Most people become managers with zero training. No reps. No practice. No preparation for feedback, conflict, or decision-making. They’re told to lead anyway. In this episode, I use my experience training for a HYROX endurance race to explain what leadership actually requires — and why so many managers feel behind from day one. You’ll learn: Why lack of training makes leadership feel overwhelmingWhat “training while compromised” looks like at workHow to build management muscle in real timeWhy waiting until you have capacity never worksHow better preparation reduces burnoutWays to strengthen your team even when you’re stretchedWhat consistent reps look like for modern managersIf you’ve ever thought, I should be better at this by now, this episode will show you how leaders actually improve. Best for new managers, founders, and team leads who were promoted fast and expected to figure it out. Download my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convo Looking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered. Explore manager training, leaders keynotes & offsites, and 1:1 advisory, or my 90-Day-COO program for business owners who want simple systems that actually work. I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER. Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.com Contact: liagarvin.com/contact Email: hello@liagarvin.com Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lia.garvin Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Lia.Garvin -- © 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple