As the founder of Intentional Generations and a leadership and career/life coach for hundreds of high-achieving leaders (80% women, 20% men) over the last 10 years, I’ve seen a recurring pattern among my clients—burnout, exhaustion, and a relentless drive due to ‘urgency culture’ that often sacrifices well-being for success. That, and a desire to make changes in their life in how they manage their time but having the very relatable problem: “not having time to manage my time”. High achievers tend to equate productivity with worth, but true success isn’t just about doing more; it’s about designing a life that is both fulfilling and sustainable. Intentional life design is about optimising how you work, rest, and set priorities so that your ambition doesn’t come at the cost of your health and happiness.

It’s only February… but are you already tired? High achievers often set goals that work against them. The good news is that we can change this. Guest author Rebecca Fry (Millennial Leaders Club) tells us more