The Power of Recovery – Hey friends, it’s Angel with another episode of Finish Strong Friday—and this week, I’m talking about something we don’t give ourselves enough permission to do: recover.

I just returned from the International Maxwell Conference (IMC)—an inspiring leadership event filled with powerful connections, long days, and exciting client moments. But before I dive into those stories (that’s for another video!), I want to share the most important takeaway from this trip:

You need a recovery plan.

Recovery Is Part of the Work

Years ago, I read Dare to Lead by Brené Brown, and she shared something that stuck with me:

“When you travel, plan for a day of recovery.”

And it’s not just for travel. Recovery is for:

• 📥 A packed inbox
• 📅 An overloaded calendar
• 🎯 High-output seasons of work
• ✈️ Any time you’ve been “on” for too long

This time at IMC, instead of flying out at 6:00 a.m. after a late night, I gave myself the gift of staying one more day. That extra time allowed me to:

• Catch up on emails
• Reconnect with my team
• Reflect on what I learned
• Let ideas simmer before jumping back in

The result? Clarity, energy, and renewed direction.

Why Recovery Matters for Leaders

We often push ourselves from one big task or event to the next, believing momentum alone will carry us through. But here’s what I’ve learned:

🛑 Without recovery, momentum becomes burnout.
⚡ With recovery, momentum becomes strategy.

Taking a few intentional hours—or even just a moment—to breathe, reflect, and reset isn’t selfish. It’s wise leadership.

Your Finish Strong Friday Challenge – The Power of Recovery

This week, I challenge you to build recovery into your workflow.

✅ After a big meeting, block 30 minutes to decompress
✅ Schedule space between travel and your return to work
✅ Give yourself margin to process new ideas and direction

Recovery isn’t a reward for working hard. It’s a requirement for doing your best work.

Have you tried building in recovery time? What difference did it make for you?

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