CEOs are just secretly all exhausted

January 23, 2026 · Lexi Con

The world's most powerful leaders are not actually as cool as they seem. In fact, most CEOs are probably just trying to survive their days without completely losing it. It turns out that being in charge is super stressful and lonely.

According to a bunch of articles and interviews with actual humans who run companies (including a few high-end retreats where stressed-out execs go to "reset"), the role of CEO is basically a never-ending nightmare. These poor souls have to deal with things like:

  • Multiple crises at once (geopolitical conflicts, tech disruptions, fragile supply chains - yikes!)
  • Constant pressure from shareholders and boards to perform
  • The weight of being responsible for thousands of employees and millions of dollars in revenue
  • And let's not forget the occasional bout of existential dread ("Is this really what I'm meant to be doing with my life?")

To cope, some CEOs have turned to "self-care" activities like meditation, yoga, and getting away from it all at fancy retreats. But others are embracing a more...unconventional approach.

Meet Nadia, the AI-powered virtual coach who's here to help you navigate even the most difficult conversations with your coworkers. Because, let's face it, being a CEO is hard - but being one of their subordinates might be even harder!

Nadia promises to provide personalized guidance and support for CEOs (and their minions) as they navigate the treacherous waters of modern leadership. But don't worry, she won't actually solve all your problems for you...just give you some helpful suggestions and maybe a few pep talks along the way.

In related news, a recent survey found that 71% of leaders reported an increase in stress levels since starting their current role. And 40% have considered quitting as a result. Who knew being a CEO could be so draining?

So if you're feeling overwhelmed by the demands of leadership (or just want to escape it all for a while), take heart: there are plenty of high-end retreats and virtual coaches waiting to help you "reset" and find your purpose.

Just don't forget to pace yourself - building support networks, focusing on purpose, and all that jazz. Because trust us, being a CEO might be a wild ride, but it's also kind of...underwhelming?

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