45% Less Burnout: The Power of Hitting Milestones (Like This One)


Hi Reader

I just crossed a major finish line — my book is finally done and entering its last stage before publication. And to be honest, it feels really good. And there’s a science behind that.

Research shows that even small wins elevate mood, fuel confidence, and build motivation for what’s next. Each step forward reinforces our sense of competence, optimism, and resilience. The dopamine hit we get from progress isn’t fleeting. It compounds into stronger confidence and long-term satisfaction.

In the workplace, this effect is even stronger. According to Canva study, employees who feel a true sense of accomplishment are 81% more likely to report job satisfaction, and when these wins happen regularly, job enthusiasm doubles. Not surprisingly, organizations that cultivate accomplishment and progress see 45% higher retention rates.

In other words: achievement doesn’t just feel good. It’s actually good for us. It builds confidence, momentum, and resilience for whatever comes next.

And that brings me to you. I want to invite you to be part of this milestone.

Join The Team of Early Readers

The Team of Early Readers is a small, invite-only group helping shape the launch of my new book: CLICKING: A Team Building Strategy for Overloaded Leaders Who Want Stronger Team Trust, Better Results, and More Time.

You’ll get:

  • Early access to the Advance Reader Copy (ARC) this June
  • The CLICKING Toolkit: practical templates & checklists
  • A simple step-by-step guide to posting your Amazon review
  • Behind-the-scenes updates on how a book launch works

What I’m asking:

  • Read (or skim) the ARC
  • Buy the eBook on Amazon for ~$1 and leave a thoughtful Amazon review during the soft launch, once the book is published.
  • (Optional) Share the book or toolkit with your network

This is perfect for:

✅ Team leaders or HR professionals

✅ Coaches and consultants working with remote or hybrid teams

✅ Anyone who knows leadership is harder than it should be—and wants better solutions

👉 Interested?

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