UnCeiling You: High-Performance Leadership without Burnout
You didn't burn out because you're weak. You burned out because you're the one everyone depends on — and nobody ever defined where your responsibility ends.
UnCeiling You — High Performance Leadership Without Burnout is for high-functioning leaders who are ready to rise without running themselves into the ground.
Host Dr. Natalie Luke — PhD, former Senior Vice President in a STEM company, author, and leadership performance consultant — breaks down the real drivers of burnout in high performers: unclear ownership, over-responsibility, and urgency culture that rewards reaction over results.
Each episode combines peer-reviewed research with real conversations and practical strategies so you can do what most leaders never learn: lead at your highest level without paying the cost showing up in your health, your relationships, or your team's performance.
Whether you're carrying too much yourself or leading a team where someone else is — this podcast was built for both of you.
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UnCeiling You: High-Performance Leadership without Burnout
You Are Your Best Bet: How to Stop Playing It Safe and Lead with Power
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In this high-stakes episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke sits down with Ellen Leikind, author of Poker Woman and creator of the BOLD Negotiation System, to reveal how to stop playing it safe and start leading with power. From poker tables to boardrooms, Ellen unpacks how women in leadership can navigate power dynamics, speak up with confidence, and define success on their own terms.
You’ll learn how to:
✅ Recognize when you’re already playing the game of office politics
✅ Reframe assertiveness as a leadership strength, not a risk
✅ Build influence through relationships and strategic visibility
✅ Redefine your “win” and play all-in on your own ambitions
🎧 Listen now to turn hesitation into bold, career-defining moves—and bet on yourself.
🎁 Free Reset Guide for Leaders Who Carry a Lot
If you’re constantly “on,” responsible for everything, and craving more calm without losing momentum, this short reset will help you slow the internal pace and lead with clarity. 👉 Download here!
📚 Resources & Mentions:
- Poker Woman: How to Win in Love, Life, and Business Using the Principles of Poker — Find it on Amazon
- Learn more about Elen’s negotiation course: www.pokerdivas.com
💬 Connect with Us:
- Follow Natalie on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/natalielukephd
- Join the conversation and share your “all-in” career moment with #UnCeilingYou
Learn More at https://unceilingzone.com
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