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The Leadership Line
Manager’s Newsletter
April 2024
Valuing Sleep as a Leader
To burn the midnight oil was the English way of saying that someone was working hard through
the night because candles were used in the olden times to provide light at night while staying awake
either studying, reading, or working. While you may no longer rely on an oil-burning candle to stay
awake, modern technology provides plenty of resources to keep you awake. Many don’t realize sleep
is an essential component of effective leadership. From decision-making to creativity, from emotional
intelligence to productivity, good quality sleep can significantly influence a leader’s performance.
Modern work schedules often force us to override our normal sleep patterns with more than 43% of
workers saying they regularly feel sleep deprived.
Source: Harnessing the Power of Sleep for Effective Leadership
