Executive Burnout: The Unseen Price of Success in 2025 “`

Ottawa, Ontario Jun 19, 2025  – The pressure on executives is intensifying in the post-pandemic business environment, leading to a growing but often unspoken crisis. Across major Canadian centers like Toronto, Calgary, and Edmonton, leaders are struggling with burnout, work-life imbalance, and loneliness, even as they are expected to project unwavering confidence.

“The traditional concept of executive success is faltering,” says Marc Whitehouse, a Registered Social Worker and Executive Coach specializing in leadership performance and burnout support. “Many successful men are privately acknowledging that their professional achievements have come at a significant personal cost, including chronic stress, a growing feeling of emotional isolation and less family time.”

Recent surveys from global HR research organizations indicate that over 68% of senior executives in North America report feeling emotionally drained or disconnected from their personal lives. The constant pressure to excel, manage teams across different time zones, and remain accessible around the clock has made work-life balance unattainable for many, especially male leaders who face societal expectations to remain strong and persevere.

“Executives aren’t just burning out,” says Whitehouse. “They’re realizing that while they’ve built successful companies, they’ve lost touch with their own sense of inner peace, purpose, and being present at home.”

Whitehouse’s remote executive coaching practice, serving clients throughout Canada, has experienced a 30% increase in demand from male CEOs, founders, and senior partners since January 2025. His clients frequently mention:

• Constant overcommitment and trouble disconnecting from work

• A lack of safe spaces to discuss pressure and personal identity

• Strained relationships with spouses and children due to emotional distance

• A strong desire to change how they lead and live to experience greater authenticity and fulfillment

Whitehouse’s coaching approach combines evidence-based psychology, leadership strategies, and the development of social-emotional skills, specifically designed for men seeking to maintain their ambition while regaining control over their time, health, and relationships.

 What’s Contributing to the Rise in Executive Burnout?

• Perfectionism and control issues: Difficulty delegating and trusting teams, leading to excessive involvement

• Blurred lines between work and home: Technology has eliminated personal boundaries, and this has become normalized in many workplaces.

• Few role models for emotionally intelligent leadership: Many executives were never taught how to prioritize their emotional well-being without feeling guilty, as they were expected to perform immediately and didn’t have the opportunity to learn at a reasonable pace.

 The Solution? A Structured, Data-Driven Reset

“Executives don’t benefit from generic advice; they need someone who understands their unique challenges,” Whitehouse emphasizes. “We work together to create a structured plan to take back their time, manage stress using scientifically supported techniques, and establish sustainable leadership practices, all while tracking progress at every stage.”

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 About Marc Whitehouse

Marc Whitehouse is a Registered Social Worker and Executive Coach with over 13 years of experience working directly with clients. He specializes in burnout prevention, leadership development, and building emotional resilience in high-achieving professionals. He primarily coaches male executives and entrepreneurs across Canada, offering personalized, data-driven coaching to help them restore balance and thrive both professionally and personally.