The Silent Struggle: Mental Health for Leaders from Tampa Bay TIGER 21 Chair

“James built a $200 million empire, yet behind closed doors, he was crumbling. Sleepless nights, constant stress, and the weight of expectations left him burnt out and in a hospital bed. It wasn’t a business failure that put him there—it was neglecting his own well-being.”

In a compelling article in Tampa Bay Business & Wealth magazine, Tampa Bay TIGER 21 Chair Vera Anderson reveals how even the most successful CEOs can suffer silently under the pressures of leadership. But it doesn’t have to be this way.

The role of a CEO or founder comes with immense pressure and responsibility, but it should not come at the expense of your mental and physical health.

Vera Anderson, Tampa Bay TIGER 21 Chair

Vera shares three powerful strategies that can help CEOs prevent burnout, maintain their well-being, and still lead their companies to new heights:

1. Prioritize Self-Care and Set Boundaries: Leaders must create space for rest and recharge by setting non-negotiable personal time. This could include daily workouts, reflection, family vacations, and regular retreats to ignite imagination and restore mental energy.
2. Delegate and Empower Your Team: Micromanaging adds stress and limits company growth. Effective delegation empowers teams, lightens the leader’s load, and fosters trust and collaboration.
3. Foster Communication and Support: CEOs should seek peer support groups, coaching, and mindfulness practices to manage stress and avoid isolation. Leaders should also promote mental well-being within their teams for holistic organizational health.

Vera’s experience as the founder of Global Elements Consulting, a coaching and consulting firm, also uniquely positions her to support high-performing executives and leaders.

TIGER 21 Members understand that financial success is just the beginning—mental well-being and personal growth are equally vital, even though balancing it all can be challenging. Vera Anderson, at the helm of her Tampa Bay TIGER 21 Group, brings together ultra-successful executives and entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds who are grappling with similar issues to engage in these crucial conversations. This safe space ensures that every Member is not just achieving success but reaching their best self.

Read the full article.