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Season 2, Episode 5: "My team never seem to appreciate my efforts."

Season 2, Episode 5: "My team never seem to appreciate my efforts."

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Have you ever poured your heart and soul into leading your team, only to feel completely undervalued despite your best efforts? You're not alone. This episode tackles one of leadership's most painful paradoxes - when caring deeply for your team seems to make you more vulnerable to burnout and resentment.

In this episode, Dr Liv and Dr Emma share a powerful coaching exercise centered around "Mrs. Paddington," a parable about a dedicated professional who eventually resigns after feeling chronically underappreciated. This story creates a safe space for teams to discuss complex issues without defensiveness, opening doors to genuine understanding.

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Try this exercise with your team and watch as perspective-taking creates pathways to genuine appreciation and sustainable working relationships. Your team can't read your mind - but with the right approach, they can learn to see through your eyes.


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