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by Tash Pieterse

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Lead with Less is THE podcast for People Leaders. Hosted by Tash Pieterse, Certified People Leadership Coach, Business Owner, and mother. Lead with Less is a podcast for people leaders who want to learn the skills they need to lead in way that people actually want to follow. With over 13+ years experience in Human Resources, leading her own teams, running her own business, and being a mother, Tash brings all of that experience and knowledge to the podcast so you can get everything you need to become a leader focused on adding value, making an impact, and empowering the people around you. This is the perfect spot if you're an established professional, new to leadership, business owner, or executive and want to Lead with Less overwhelm, confusion, and struggle so you can become a Leader people actually want to follow.

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Episode thumbnail for EP 118. Daily Acts of Leadership: How Small Actions Create Better Leaders

January 27, 2026

EP 118. Daily Acts of Leadership: How Small Actions Create Better Leaders

<p>Leadership often feels harder than it needs to be, especially for busy and overwhelmed managers. </p><p>In this episode, I sit down with Joel Bailey and Sean Craig from Impact Society to talk about how leadership can be simplified through small, intentional daily actions.</p><p><strong>In this episode, we talk about: </strong></p><p>- Why most leaders know what to do but struggle to take action</p><p>- How daily micro-actions build leadership confidence and momentum</p><p>- The impact leaders have on mental health, wellbeing, and culture</p><p>- Why leadership is about influence, not titles or perfection</p><p>- How the Daily Acts of Leadership approach helps leaders show up consistently</p><p><br></p><p>If leadership feels heavy, complicated, or out of reach right now, this episode will remind you that meaningful leadership is built in the small moments. </p><p>You’ll walk away with a clearer, lighter way to think about leadership and practical ideas you can start using immediately.</p><p><br></p><p>What did you think of the episode? Was it helpful or is there something else you want me to cover? Send me a DM on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/tash_pieterse"><u>Instagram</u></a> or <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/tashpieterse"><u>LinkedIn</u></a> - I would love to hear from you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Links and Resources Mentioned:</strong></p><p>Daily Acts of Leadership card deck - <a href="https://www.impactsociety.co/shop/product/daily-acts-of-leadership/"><u>https://www.impactsociety.co/shop/product/daily-acts-of-leadership/</u></a> </p><p><strong>V.I.P Leaders leadership program Interest List - </strong>the signature program that helps you strengthen your leadership identity, build trusted influence, and level up your emotional intelligence to become a leader people actually want to follow. The next round starts in March 2026. <a href="https://tashpieterse.com/vipleaders-interest"><u>Join the interest list here. </u></a>https://tashpieterse.com/vipleaders-interest</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Joel and Sean:</strong></p><p>Website - <a href="https://www.impactsociety.co/"><u>https://www.impactsociety.co/</u></a></p><p>Connect with Joel - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelxbailey/"><u>https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelxbailey/</u></a> </p><p>Connect with Sean - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigsean/"><u>https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigsean/</u></a> </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Are we connected? If not, connect here:</strong></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.tashpieterse.com/"><u>tashpieterse.com</u></a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tash_pieterse/"><u>@tash_pieterse</u></a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tashpieterse/"><u>tashpieterse</u><br></a></p><p>Are you enjoying the Lead With Less podcast? You can leave a review on Apple or Spotify, or submit a question in the Q&amp;A section on Spotify and we’ll get back to you! </p>

Episode thumbnail for EP 117. How to Lead with Less: 5 Strategies for Managers to Simplify and Succeed

January 13, 2026

EP 117. How to Lead with Less: 5 Strategies for Managers to Simplify and Succeed

<p>If you’ve ever felt like leadership is just constant busyness - this episode will help you breathe again.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, I share five practical strategies to help managers lead with less stress, less chaos, and more clarity.</p><p><br></p><p>These are the exact shifts that help you show up as the kind of leader people actually want to follow.</p><p><strong>In this episode, you’ll learn: </strong></p><p>- The three traps managers fall into that make leadership harder than it needs to be</p><p>- How to define your leadership identity and lead from your values and strengths</p><p>- Why empowering your team (not overworking yourself) is key to success</p><p>- How to delegate effectively and create space for real leadership</p><p>- The mindset work that builds resilience, confidence, and influence</p><p><br></p><p>When you learn to lead with less, you make more impact - with more energy, more trust, and more time for what truly matters.</p><p><br></p><p>What did you think of the episode? Was it helpful or is there anything else you want me to cover? Send me a DM on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/tash_pieterse"><u>Instagram</u></a> or <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/tashpieterse"><u>LinkedIn</u></a> - I would love to hear from you!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Links and Resources Mentioned:</strong></p><p><strong>V.I.P Leaders leadership program Interest List - </strong>the signature program that helps you strengthen your leadership identity, build trusted influence, and level up your emotional intelligence to become a leader people actually want to follow. The next round starts in March 2026. <a href="https://tashpieterse.com/vipleaders-interest"><u>Join the interest list here. </u></a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Doing to Delegating Masterclass - </strong>Learn how to delegate with confidence that grows your team and leaves you focusing on the things that matter. <a href="https://tashpieterse.com/doingtodelegating-masterclass"><u>Grab it here.</u></a> </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Are we connected? If not, connect here:</strong></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.tashpieterse.com/"><u>tashpieterse.com</u></a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tash_pieterse/"><u>@tash_pieterse</u></a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tashpieterse/"><u>tashpieterse</u><br></a></p><p>Are you enjoying the Lead With Less podcast? You can leave a review on Apple or Spotify, or submit a question in the Q&amp;A section on Spotify and we’ll get back to you! </p>

Episode thumbnail for EP 116. What to Do When You’re Burning Out as a Manager

October 14, 2025

EP 116. What to Do When You’re Burning Out as a Manager

<p>Every manager feels tired and stretched sometimes - but when exhaustion becomes the norm, it’s a red flag for burnout. </p><p><br></p><p>The good news? There are clear signs to watch for and proactive steps you can take before it spirals.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>In this episode, I share: </strong></p><p>- The key signs you might be on the edge of burnout (and what to look for in your team too)</p><p>- Why talking to someone is the first step to lightening the load</p><p>- How to use an energy audit to see what drains vs. fills your energy</p><p>- Why workload audits and delegation are essential burnout-busters</p><p>- How to bring joy back into your work and life to re-ignite energy</p><p><br></p><p>Burnout doesn’t have to be the cost of leadership. </p><p><br></p><p>This episode will show you how to recognise the warning signs early, take back control of your energy, and create space to thrive as a leader and a human.</p><p><br></p><p>If you are new to leadership and wondering how to “get it right”, have a listen </p><p><br></p><p>What did you think of the episode? Was it helpful or is there anything else you want me to cover? Send me a DM on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/tash_pieterse"><u>Instagram</u></a> or <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/tashpieterse"><u>LinkedIn</u></a> - I would love to hear from you!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Links and Resources Mentioned:</strong></p><p><strong>The Workload Audit - </strong>Cut through the noise and simplify your workload by focusing on what matters. Your free guide. <a href="https://tashpieterse.com/workload-audit"><u>Grab it here.</u></a> https://tashpieterse.com/workload-audit</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Doing to Delegating Masterclass - </strong>Learn how to delegate with confidence that grows your team and leaves you focusing on the things that matter. <a href="https://tashpieterse.com/doingtodelegating-masterclass"><u>Grab it here.</u></a> https://tashpieterse.com/doingtodelegating-masterclass</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Are we connected? If not, connect here:</strong></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.tashpieterse.com/"><u>tashpieterse.com</u></a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tash_pieterse/"><u>@tash_pieterse</u></a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tashpieterse/"><u>tashpieterse</u><br></a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tashpieterse/"><br></a>Are you enjoying the Lead With Less podcast? You can leave a review on Apple or Spotify, or submit a question in the Q&amp;A section on Spotify and we’ll get back to you! </p>

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What is Lead with Less?

Lead with Less is THE podcast for People Leaders.

Hosted by Tash Pieterse, Certified People Leadership Coach, Business Owner, and mother.

Lead with Less is a podcast for people leaders who want to learn the skills they need to lead in way that people actually want to follow.

With over 13+ years experience in Human Resources, leading her own teams, running her own business, and being a mother, Tash brings all of that experience and knowledge to the podcast so you can get everything you need to become a leader focused on adding value, making an impact, and empowering the people around you.

This is the perfect spot if you're an established professional, new to leadership, business owner, or executive and want to Lead with Less overwhelm, confusion, and struggle so you can become a Leader people actually want to follow.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 8 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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