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In this episode, Patrice Bonfiglio sits down with Dr. Sandy Fiaschetti, organizational psychologist and founder of Lodestone People Consulting, for a refreshingly honest conversation about high-performance leadership, the hidden cost of “doing it all,” and the science behind sustainable success. From running a thriving consultancy to raising five kids and guiding Fortune 500 executives, Sandy shares powerful lessons on how to lead without losing yourself.
You’ll hear how Sandy went from overextended entrepreneur to aligned leader—and why her biggest breakthroughs didn’t come from pushing harder, but from pulling back. She dives deep into the psychological patterns driving burnout in both men and women, why even top-performing execs crumble under pressure, and what it really takes to cultivate authenticity and resilience at work and home.
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Sandy also unpacks the truth about “great instincts,” the dangers of over-scheduling kids, and why your White Lotus binge might be better for your brain than another productivity podcast.
- You don’t have to earn your burnout to justify rest
- Leaders who admit they don’t know everything inspire more trust
- Stop glorifying busy—start honoring boundaries
- Parenting and leadership both thrive when perfectionism dies
- Vulnerability isn’t a weakness—it’s a strategic advantage
- We’re all just French bread: crusty outside, soft inside
To learn more about Sandy Fiaschetti:
Founder of Lodestone People Consulting, serving private equity firms with human capital science
Host of the Women in Leadership Retreat – Sept 2–5, 2025, in Colorado
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandy-fiaschetti/
To learn more, visit www.theburnoutclub.com
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