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Half of all leaders are exhausted — and it’s killing companies.

This isn’t just about stress or long hours. Research from DDI’s Global Leadership Forecast shows that 60% of leaders feel “used up” at the end of the workday — drained of energy, inspiration, and clarity. And when leaders are running on empty, the effect spreads:
➡ Employees disengage.
➡ Innovation slows down.
➡ Hidden workforce costs explode.

In a recent interview, an HR Manager told me:
“We see the cracks everywhere. A third of employees are already dissatisfied because their organizations still run on outdated systems that don’t match today’s pace.”

That insight is powerful — and it reflects a reality many companies ignore. At the same time, the demand for leadership has never been higher: AI transformation, demographic change, and rising mental health struggles are putting pressure on every company.

But here’s the hard truth:
📉 Leaders who cannot inspire and protect their people will accelerate burnout instead of preventing it.
📈 Leaders who balance trust, authenticity, and emotional intelligence create resilience — and performance follows.

That shift is urgent. Modern leadership is no longer about control; it’s about creating the conditions for people to stay engaged, healthy, and effective in a world where fewer people carry more responsibility.

At ASPHARE, we believe this requires measurable signals. Not gut feeling, not slogans, but data.

  • We make workforce health visible.
  • We warn before risks escalate.
  • We guide leaders with clear next steps.

Because if 60% of leaders are already exhausted, organizations can’t afford to keep guessing.

👉 The future of leadership is not “more tools” or “more pressure.”
It’s real-time insights that help leaders lead better.

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