#241 The Shocking Reason Your Best Employees Are Underperforming Right Now

#241 The Shocking Reason Your Best Employees Are Underperforming Right Now

May 22, 2026 · 44 min · Season 3 · Episode 241

About this episode

The episode discusses the reasons behind top employees underperforming and the importance of maintaining high standards in leadership.

When a top performer stops pushing themselves, most leader look the other way. But what you allow continues. John and I unpack the comfort trap, the sneaky pattern that follows trust, and share real stories of how great leaders and great teams slowly drift from excellence to average. Plus, the Brady-Belichick lesson every leader needs to hear about standards, accountability, and never letting your best player become the exception. John and I also mention our Midwest Leadership Academy during today’s podcast. If this sounds interesting to you, be sure to check out our website here- https://midwestleadershipacademy.com/ Visit our YouTube channel and websites, too. * unityconsultingllc.com * kathierotz.com * www.youtube.com/@unityconsultingllc I look forward to connecting with you as we challenge your habits so that you are more efficient and fully empowered! ⁠ https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/tokyo-drift ⁠License code: XLZKHAGCHNDDIUAG https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/seize-the-day ⁠License code: PRHNEXFSFF97ES9M

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