Do you fall asleep, only to wake up to worry about an issue or a conflict at work? Well you are not alone. The responses from my audiences confirm it is a common problem. Â Chances are the problem is leadership. When you are dealing with high pressured and controlling managers it can be very oppressive and discouraging. Â Really great leaders understand it is their job to empower employees, not undermine them or make them feel small. Ego-driven leaders unwittingly deplete the energy of those they lead and decrease productivity and creativity.