The Executive Counsel Blog

Quiet the swirl. Lead with clarity.

"W" — Worry / What-If Weight: Why Leaders Collapse Under Imagined Outcomes

By: Jeff Meyer Published on: 26/11/2025

Discover how what-if thinking fuels worry and overwhelms leaders, and how to break imagined outcomes before they hijack your clarity.

The Swirl & Emotional Weight
"W" — Worry / What-If Weight: Why Leaders Collapse Under Imagined Outcomes

Understanding the SWIRL: The Five Forces That Steal Clarity From High-Capacity Leaders

By: Jeff Meyer Published on: 23/11/2025

Discover the SWIRL framework that explains why leaders lose clarity under pressure and how to interrupt it before it takes over.

The Swirl & Emotional Weight
Understanding the SWIRL: The Five Forces That Steal Clarity From High-Capacity Leaders

When the Swirl Hits: Executive Leadership Clarity That Endures

By: Jeff Meyer Published on: 21/11/2025

High-capacity leaders face the swirl where life, pressure, and decisions collide. Learn how to regain clarity, calm, and courage when leadership feels heavy.

The Swirl & Emotional Weight
When the Swirl Hits: Executive Leadership Clarity That Endures