The Compass
Reflections, strategies, and real leadership insights to help you navigate change, challenge, and growth.
The Hidden Cost of Being ‘Always On’
There was a time when being busy meant being important. Now it just means being exhausted.
“Always on” used to sound like commitment. Today, it’s a warning sign.
We’ve built a environments that mistakes endurance for excellence — where inbox zero passes for impact, and presence is measured by green dots on Teams. But constant availability doesn’t make you a better leader. It makes you a distracted one.