Running a business comes with no shortage of systems, processes, and strategies - but when pressure hits, it’s people and leadership that determine the outcome.

In this episode of Busting Roadblocks, Janet Charteris is joined by Taranaki-based business advisor Paul Duynhoven to explore a leadership challenge many businesses face: taking on more work than a team can realistically deliver.

Paul shares a real-world experience from his career where, under direction, his team found themselves stretched beyond capacity. With no option to walk away, the challenge became how to lead through the pressure - keeping the team aligned, focused, and supported while still delivering results.

This conversation unpacks the practical realities of managing through overload, including:

• how to prioritise when everything feels important
• when and how to bring in external support
• the importance of clear communication and expectations
• and why delegation and trust are critical under pressure

Drawing on experience from both business and managing a competitive cycling team, Paul also shares insights on team dynamics, role clarity, and how people can rise to the occasion when given the opportunity.

If you’re leading a team, navigating competing priorities, or feeling the strain of “too much to do,” this episode offers practical, grounded insights to help you move forward.

To get hold of Paul - try LinkedIn or https://plusmore.co.nz/

To get hold of Janet - try LinkedIn or https://jcconsultancy.co