Becomes Quote by Steve Nicol
“There are a whole load of different pressures that go with being the head coach, manager, whatever you want to call it. And everybody who's done it, there are times when it becomes too much and you need some sort of break while you figure out how you de-stress, if you want.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Coaching Insights, 2015
High‑pressure leadership roles demand regular breaks to prevent burnout.
In simple terms: Leaders need breaks to stay effective.
Schedule restorative downtime.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- coaching
- executive roles
- entrepreneurship
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What break strategies work for you?
- How can you detect early burnout signs?
Breaks alone don’t solve systemic issues.