We talk a lot about leadership.
Being present. Making strong decisions. Setting direction. Serving others. Taking calculated risks.
But there’s something no one tells you:
Leadership takes energy.
Not just mental energy. Not just emotional strength.
I’m talking about physical stamina – the kind that’s rooted in your health.
Because when your body is drained, your brain is foggy, and your mood is fried – your leadership suffers.
We have all been there. Those days when your body just doesn’t want to cooperate.
Whether you’re leading your family, your business, or yourself, energy is the fuel that keeps you in the game.
Tired Leaders Make Tired Decisions
Let’s keep it simple:
When you’re low on energy, your decisions get slower, your focus gets blurry, and your team feels it.
You become reactive instead of proactive.
Short-tempered instead of steady.
Scattered instead of sharp.
That’s not who you can afford to be.
And that’s not who your legacy needs you to be either.
Focused Energy = High Impact
Energy is what allows you to:
- Stay calm when chaos hits
- Think clearly under pressure
- Show up fully for the people counting on you
- Create with passion instead of just checking boxes
When your health is dialed in, your leadership becomes magnetic.
People feel your presence. They trust your decisions. They move where you direct them.
That’s how you build momentum. That’s how you build trust.
That’s how you build legacy.
Unlimited PTO, Retreats, and Rest Aren’t Lazy – They’re Smart
We’re finally seeing it in the workplace too. Companies are learning that more time off actually boosts productivity.
Unlimited PTO, when done right, doesn’t lead to laziness. It leads to:
- Fewer sick days
- More creativity
- Better morale
- Stronger output
Why? Because rested people think better. They solve problems faster. They show up stronger.
Some of the best ideas from my own 13+ year career in finance didn’t happen in a boardroom.
They happened on retreats – away from the noise, away from the pressure, just giving space for real thinking and connection.
The same applies to life. Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do for your business, your family, or your future is step back and recharge.
Where Does That Energy Come From?
Not from hustle. Not from another cup of coffee. Not even from earning a lot of money.
It comes from honoring your health and finding your rhythm.
- Prioritizing sleep and rest
- Moving your body every day
- Fueling yourself with healthy food
- Creating space for recovery
- Staying hydrated
- Protecting your mental health
These aren’t extras. They’re not luxury habits.
They are the groundwork of long-term wealth – both spiritual and financial.
Lead with Strength – Not Survival
Anyone can push hard for a short time, but burning the candle at both ends will never end well.
Legacy isn’t a sprint – it’s a long, steady climb.
If you want to lead with purpose, make wise decisions, and live with impact, your body has to be able to carry all of that.
So here’s the shift: stop waiting until you crash to take care of yourself.
Start now. Invest in your energy like your leadership depends on it –
Because it absolutely does.
I know it all sounds obvious, but I can guarantee your family will notice a big difference for the better. And nothing is better than seeing that joy on the faces of your loved ones.
To Your Legacy,
Chris Witmer
Founder, Legacy Wealth HQ
