What happens when high performance collides with burnout?In this powerful episode of The Shameless Podcast, host Dzikamai Gangaidzo sits down with Yosi Kossowsky, a former CTO turned leadership coach, to explore how leaders can balance ambition, well-being, and emotional resilience without losing their edge.With raw honesty and practical wisdom, Yosi shares his transformation from a hyper-analytical engineer into a deeply human-centered leader. He opens up about learning to manage emotions, build genuine connections, and find calm amidst chaos.From the “X-Factor of Leadership” to the power of curiosity, this conversation redefines what strength looks like at the top and why vulnerability might be the leadership superpower we’ve been avoiding.You’ll discover:- Why technical brilliance isn’t enough to inspire followship- The link between curiosity and emotional resilience- How miscommunication quietly fuels burnout- Simple daily rituals to restore balance and clarity- Why “people problems” are actually growth opportunities- How community and accountability sustain changeKey Takeaways:“If people aren’t following you, you’re not leading — you’re just walking.”Curiosity dissolves judgment; judgment creates exhaustion.Burnout begins where communication ends.Vulnerability builds the trust that drives true resilience.Gratitude, movement, and connection are simple daily resets for any leader.Challenge of the week:Pause before reacting.When faced with frustration or stress, ask:“What if there’s something here I don’t know yet?”Curiosity might just be the key to resilience.Chapters:00:00 – Welcome & Episode Intro01:34 – Meet Yosi: From CTO to Leadership Coach03:21 – The Leadership Disconnect06:14 – Followship: The True Test of Leadership08:43 – The “Noise to Effectiveness” Ratio09:50 – How Work Stress Mirrors Home Stress14:45 – Curiosity in Action: A Mindset Shift18:10 – Miscommunication, Burnout & Boundaries23:45 – Balancing KPIs and Empathy26:38 – Building Sustainable Change29:24 – From Accountability to Movement33:14 – What Makes a Resilient Leader35:30 – Daily Rituals for Mental Strength38:24 – Quote of the Episode: “Shame erodes the very part of us that believes we are capable of change.”47:00 – Final Reflections & Where to Find YosiRelated T4L Course:The Heart of Leadership — Discover how to lead with authenticity, courage, and empathy while still delivering results.Transform your leadership at www.T4Leader.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ykossowsky/— Book a FREE 30-minute sessionWebsite: www.T4Leader.com | Email: [email protected]: www.youtube.com/@T4LeadersInstagram: @shamelesst4l | @t4leaderLinkedIn: T4LeaderAvailable on all major podcast platforms

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