"As executives rise to higher levels of leadership, they often report increased feelings of loneliness. One Harvard Business Review survey found that 55% of CEOs acknowledge experiencing moderate but significant bouts of loneliness, while 25% report frequent feelings of loneliness. As your expertise becomes more specialized, it can be harder to find other leaders who understand the unique challenges of the corporate environment, with whom you can connect, learn from, and grow alongside."
"As an entrepreneur, I've felt this, too. As my business grew, I realized that I didn't have any coworkers to confide in, lean on, and seek counsel from. I had to create this network on my own. I've joined business groups, leadership retreats, and mastermind groups to create this support circle. THE IMPORTANCE OF A LEADERSHIP SUPPORT STRUCTURE As you advance at work, you can find yourself feeling more alone in the decision-making rooms."
Executive women leaders consistently prioritize connection as loneliness increases with higher leadership roles. A Harvard Business Review survey found 55% of CEOs experience moderate but significant loneliness and 25% experience frequent loneliness. Greater specialization and fewer women in senior ranks (29% of C-suite) reduce opportunities for peer understanding and shared growth. Entrepreneurs often lose coworker confidants and must intentionally build networks through business groups, retreats, and masterminds. Advancing leaders can no longer rely on former peers for support. Neuroscience shows pressure shifts decision-making toward automatic, emotion-driven responses, increasing vulnerability to biased or short-term choices; social support can mitigate these effects.
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