Creating personal balance in a VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous) world is essential for leaders to navigate the myriad challenges and maintain a healthy sense of well-being. The old adage “you cannot pour from an empty cup” rings true as leaders are expected to be a pillar of strength and resolve even in times of adversity. Being a balanced leader in a VUCA world requires an intentional mix of personal and professional leadership strategies to create a greater sense of purpose and stability to inform the work that you do on behalf of students, families, and communities. Some strategies to consider are aligned to what we at Cogent Concepts like to call the 6 pillars of Balanced Leadership in a VUCA environment