
297: The Hidden Cost Of Pushing Harder
What if the harder you're pushing, the more you're getting in your own way? Many ambitious people live by an unwritten, unconscious rule: I'll relax when everything is done. But what happens when everything is never done? In this episode, I explore the hidden cost of constantly pushing, and how it can quietly undermine our clarity, creativity and performance. I share a personal insight that changed how I approach my own work, along with a simple piece of advice from a mentor that turned my thinking upside down. What if ease isn't something you earn after achieving results, but a better place to begin? Because sometimes the most powerful thing you can do isn't to push harder. It's to relax first, then get it done. Show Notes: Read about Project YOU here. Meet me on Substack here. The Inner CEO book: Details here: https://theinnerceo.com/ Inspire Me Audiobook: Now Available on Audible ABOUT THE INNER EDGE Weekly insights from leadership advisor, speaker, and author Shane Cradock, exploring the inner side of performance, leadership, resilience, and human potential. Each episode offers practical perspectives to help you think more clearly, lead more effectively, and navigate life with greater presence, perspective, and peace of mind. New episodes every week. Subscribe so you never miss one. ABOUT SHANE CRADOCK Shane Cradock is a leadership advisor, speaker, author, and creator of HERE (Human Empowerment & Resilience Engine). For nearly three decades, he has worked with CEOs, founders, entrepreneurs, and leadership teams, helping them develop the inner clarity and resilience needed to thrive in an increasingly complex world. He is the author of the best-selling book, The Inner CEO and Inspire Me: Life Wisdom To Pass On, and host of The Inner Edge Podcast. 🌐 www.shanecradock.com 📚 Books: www.shanecradock.com/books 🎧 Podcast: https://shanecradock.com/inner-edge-podcast/ 📩 Weekly Insights on Substack here. Get Inspired Every Monday Morning & Join The Community: For free delivery of my weekly email join my mailing list at www.shanecradock.com My bestselling book The Inner CEO: The Inner CEO is available to buy in ebook, paperback, hardback and audio formats. All details are here: www.theinnerceo.com Connect With Me: Have you been inspired from something you've heard on my podcast or do you have a question? I'd love to hear from you. Email me at support@shanecradock.com Follow: Follow on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and X #ShaneCradock #TheInnerEdge #Leadership #MentalClarity #HumanPotential