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Where to Start When Everything Feels Overwhelming

April 15, 2026 • Kristina Schmitt • Season 1 • Episode 98

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Leadership overwhelm doesn’t come from doing too little—it comes from carrying too much for too long.
In this episode of the Business Building Blocks Podcast, leadership coach Kristina Schmitt breaks down why leaders feel overwhelmed and where to start when everything feels urgent.

If you’re a business owner, manager, or leader who feels stuck in the day-to-day—despite doing all the “right things”—this episode will help you reset your approach and lead differently.

Lately, overwhelm isn’t just about being busy.
It’s the constant feeling that no matter what you’re working on… it’s not the right thing.

In this episode, Kristina breaks down:

Why leaders feel overwhelmed even when they’re delegating and doing things right
The hidden leadership trap that keeps everything running through you
Why this is not a time management issue—but a leadership issue
Where to actually start if you want to step out of the chaos
How to begin leading with clarity instead of reacting to everything

This episode will help you move from reacting to everything… to leading what actually matters.

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