Beth Chisham

I read an article on the Forbes website the other day that really stuck with me. It talked about what some are calling the “era of the supermanager” - leaders who are being asked to carry more than ever before, often without the support to match. And the more I thought about it, the more it felt familiar. There’s been a quiet shift in leadership over the past few years. On the surface, expectations have increased. Leaders are expected to be more strategic, more available, and more resilient....

For a long time, being “always on” was simply part of the job. Early starts, late finishes and constant availability became normalised, particularly in senior roles. For many leaders, it was just how things were done, a signal of commitment and reliability, even if it came at a personal cost. But that model is starting to show its limits. In 2026, what once looked like dedication is increasingly being recognised as a risk. With 63% of UK employees showing signs of chronic burnout, resilience...