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Good vs. Incredible
I've been learning a tough lesson lately: just because something is “good” doesn’t mean it’s good for me.
Let me explain…
Between my full-time engineering job, speaking, coaching, and podcasting, my plate stays pretty full. If I tried to do everything at 100% all the time, I’d completely burn out. So instead, I operate in seasons.
In my engineering career, I’ve had to be ultra-intentional. I’ve passed on a lot of “good” opportunities to make space for great ones, and I’ve also made short-term sacrifices for long-term aspirations.
I know what you might be thinking:
“Paul, how do you actually tell the difference between good and great?”
Honestly? Only you can answer that for yourself. But from what I’ve seen hosting my podcast, way too many people build a life based on what other people expect of them, completely ignoring their own strengths and passions.
To me:
The "Good" path is safe. It’s comfortable, and nobody will ever question you for taking it.
The "Great" (and INCREDIBLE) path requires stepping out of autopilot. It’s pursuing what actually lights you up—even when you aren't sure if anyone else is going to get it or support it.
That’s where the magic actually happens.
I’ve had to apply this exact same rule to podcasting. I’m super grateful to get tons of guest applications for the show, and honestly, most of them are “good.” But if they don’t align with where I’m going, I have to say no.
My assistant and I have gotten really intentional about filtering these requests. If a guest doesn't directly support the core mission, empowering the next generation in STEM to Be Incredible, it’s a pass.
Which brings me to a major shift...
After 130+ episodes, we are officially wrapping up IncrediPaul Leadership Podcast. We’re going out with a bang to make room for the next chapter: the Be Incredible Podcast! (Keep your eyes on your inbox as we’re revealing the brand-new cover art next week!)
To close out IncrediPaul Leadership with a mic drop, our final episode features Jimmy Burroughes, an absolute expert in eliminating burnout for high-performing leaders. If you’ve ever felt like you’re spinning too many plates at once, this is a must-listen.
Before you go, hit reply and tell me: What’s one "good" thing in your life right now that you might need to say no to, just to make room for something "great"? I read every reply!
⏱️TL;DR Just because an opportunity is “good” doesn’t mean it’s right for you—and learning to say no to the safe path is usually the only way to make space for the truly incredible stuff. That exact mindset is why, after 130+ episodes, IncrediPaul Leadership is officially wrapping up to make room for the brand-new Be Incredible Podcast. To go out with a bang, the final episode features burnout expert Jimmy Burroughes sharing how high-performing leaders can stop spinning too many plates and step into what’s next.
STREAM THIS WEKK'S EPISODE
In this episode, Paul sits down with Jimmy Burroughes, a former British Army officer turned corporate executive and leadership consultant. Jimmy shares his journey through high-stakes leadership, his personal battle with executive burnout in 2017, and how he now helps managers transition into high-performing leaders without sacrificing their well-being. They dive deep into actionable frameworks for prioritization, team delegation, and tracking the subtle warning signs of burnout before it's too late.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE
“The more seriously you take your growth, the more seriously your people will take you.”
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