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In this episode of The Workplace Chameleon, Dr. Celina Peerman tackles the hidden toll of decision fatigue—and what it’s really costing leaders.

From the “chicken pill” codeword that saved dinner debates to the daily drag of micro-decisions, this episode explores how mental overload, misalignment, and too many unclear expectations quietly wear us down. You’ll learn how decision fatigue shows up, why it’s not just about being busy, and what to do when even the simple stuff feels hard.

Dr. Celina shares three strategies to help reduce fatigue, restore clarity, and protect your energy—so you can make better decisions not just for yourself, but for everyone around you.

This episode is part of our ongoing season on focus, prioritization, and alignment—key themes from Celina’s upcoming book 39 Squirrels, the third in her leadership reflection series.

Dr. Celina Peerman is an organizational psychologist, speaker, and author with 30 years of experience helping leaders navigate change, develop stronger teams, and lead with more intention. Known for her humor, heart, and practical tools, she brings real-world insight to the daily work of leadership.

Want the bonus worksheet to help identify where decision fatigue might be hiding in your day-to-day? Email us at hello@workplacechameleon.com and we’ll send it your way.

Because leadership clarity isn’t about doing more—it’s about making aligned choices that matter most.

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In the rush of meetings, pings, deadlines, and distractions, how do leaders hold their ground on what truly matters?

In this episode of The Workplace Chameleon, Dr. Celina Peerman explores what it really means to hold the line—to protect priorities, maintain focus, and lead with clarity when everything feels urgent. You’ll learn why it’s so hard to stay aligned (especially when you're trying to be helpful), how doubt can actually make you a stronger leader, and practical ways to say “not now” without shutting people down. This is the leadership work that builds trust, models boundaries, and creates space for what matters most.

Dr. Celina Peerman is an organizational psychologist, speaker, and author with 30 years of experience helping leaders navigate change, develop stronger teams, and lead with more intention. With humor, heart, and a focus on practical tools, she brings real-world leadership insights to every conversation.

Download the free companion worksheet to reflect on your own leadership priorities and help your team stay focused this week. Email us at hello@workplacechameleon.com for details.

This episode is part of our ongoing season on focus, prioritization, and alignment—because the best leaders aren’t doing more; they’re doing what matters most.

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In the rush of meetings, pings, deadlines, and distractions, how do leaders find what truly matters?

In this episode of The Workplace Chameleon, Dr. Celina Peerman explores the difference between noise—the things that keep us busy—and signal—the clarity that guides us.

You’ll learn how to filter out what’s urgent but unimportant, tune in to what matters most, and use powerful team practices to realign your leadership and priorities.

Plus, grab the free companion worksheet to help you and your team define the signal and quiet the noise this week.

Focus. Prioritization. Alignment.
This episode kicks off the path forward.

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As leaders, we have a responsibility to communicate with our team about why and how priorities are changing. However, it's crucial to strike a balance between sharing too much and not enough information. Dr. Celina provides useful tips for leaders to determine when to share updates and when to wait.

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Imagine a console with several levers, each having a handle that can be moved to achieve a specific goal. The question is, which lever should you move, and how much should you move it? Tune in to Dr. Celina's discussion on decision-making in situations where priorities need to be shifted. Learn how to move the levers with certainty and determination.

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Have you had a moment when you know something, but you just can’t seem to pull it out of your memory? In this episode, we’ll look at the connection between change, recall, and focus. How does focus improve our recall? This episode explores these ideas and ways to improve focus and recall during rapid change on the job.

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Do any of our listeners enjoy making lists? How many of you write something on your list just to cross it off? Tune in to this episode to learn more about why it feels good to check something off your list. Dr. Celina reminds us that what we focus on matters, and that check mark means more than we may think.

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What frustrates you? Dr. Celina explores the topic of frustration during times of change and how it can lead to a loss of focus. She discusses ways to prevent frustration or recover from it, so it doesn't negatively impact progress. By listening in, you can discover new ways to apply your efforts effectively to the right tasks during times of change and beyond.