Episode 34

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14th Jul 2025

Boredom Mastery: How Leaders Turn Tedious Tasks into Triumphs

Host Nick Sellers digs deep into a common yet unspoken challenge faced by leaders: boredom.

He discusses how avoiding tedious tasks can lead to procrastination, poor performance, and missed deadlines. Instead of viewing boredom as a negative, Nick argues that it can serve as a signal for growth and mastery.

He offers practical strategies such as setting rewards, scheduling tasks during high-energy periods, and using gamification to stay engaged.

By mastering repetitive tasks, leaders build trust and reliability, essential for long-term success and strategic influence. Tune in to learn how to turn the mundane into a stepping stone for leadership excellence.

00:00 Introduction to Scaling New Heights Leadership

00:11 The Challenge of Boredom in Leadership

01:03 Reframing Boredom as a Skill

02:21 Mastery Through Repetition

03:50 Strategies to Tackle Mundane Tasks

06:46 Reflecting on Procrastination and Boredom

07:30 Conclusion and Next Steps

08:05 Stay Connected and Subscribe

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About the Podcast

Scaling New Heights: Leadership at the Next Level
Taking Leaders Beyond Limits, One Step at a Time
In Scaling New Heights: Leadership at the Next Level, we guide business leaders and entrepreneurs from overwhelm and “stuck” to new heights of success and achievement. Through insightful interviews, expert advice, and actionable strategies, this podcast is your go-to resource for breaking out of chaos and elevating your leadership. Whether you’re navigating tough decisions, managing fast growth, or striving for work-life balance, we help you unlock your potential and develop the mindset needed to excel. Join us as we share stories and insights from executive and business coaching, and learn how you can take your leadership to the next level.

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Nick Sellers

Even leaders need a helping hand to achieve their potential. I bring decades of corporate experience and a keen interest in people to my coaching and mentoring activities. And I really like to help those who want to grow and develop.
For more information, you can find me on LinkedIn and schedule a quick call.