What happens when a CEO tries to carry the weight of an entire company alone?

In this episode of It’s Not You, But Sometimes It Is, Angela Ealy, CEO of Avenue West, shares the leadership lessons she learned through crisis, anxiety, delegation, and personal growth.

Angela opens up about leading through COVID, making the painful decision to reduce her workforce, battling anxiety that ultimately landed her in the hospital, and discovering that trying to do everything herself was hurting both her health and her business.

Together, Angela and Meg explore:

• Why delegation is a critical leadership skill
• The hidden cost of believing everything depends on you
• How trust creates stronger teams and better results
• The role of emotional intelligence in effective leadership
• Lessons learned from bad bosses and leadership failures
• Leading with empathy during life’s toughest moments
• How AI can help teams scale without losing the human touch
• Why taking care of yourself makes you a better leader

If you’re a founder, executive, manager, or aspiring leader, this conversation offers practical insights on building resilient teams, reducing stress, and leading with greater impact.

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— Meg

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It’s Not You (But Sometimes It Is!), hosted by Meg Poag, is the go-to podcast for managers, team leads, and emerging leaders navigating real-world workplace dynamics. Each episode features honest conversations with experienced professionals on leadership challenges—from building resilient teams and fostering authentic connections to managing change, enhancing communication, and balancing ambition with well-being. Whether you’re steering through conflict, scaling a team, or seeking clarity in your leadership style, Meg brings actionable strategies, personal stories, and expert advice to help you lead with confidence and compassion.