Reclaim Your Control: Empowering Women Leaders to Thrive Without Burnout

A Personal Transformation

 Ellen Duffy-Lueb’s journey to becoming a leading burnout prevention strategist began with a deeply personal realization. Despite a successful career in international marketing and consulting for brands like Unilever and Heineken, Ellen found herself overwhelmed, exhausted, and burned out. The pressure of high-profile roles combined with personal responsibilities left her feeling out of control. That moment was a turning point, prompting her to seek a new, healthier approach to her life and career.

Her personal transformation led to a career shift, from corporate consultant to burnout prevention strategist. Alongside raising two young boys with her Irish husband, Ellen began helping women in demanding international roles reclaim their time, energy, and focus, enabling them to lead from a place of clarity and confidence.

Building the Foundation: The Origin of Reclaim Your Control

 Reclaim Your Control was born out of Ellen’s own experience with burnout. Having spent nearly a decade working with global brands in high-pressure environments, Ellen saw firsthand how burnout disproportionately affects women in leadership roles. Many women, she realized, operate under constant pressure to excel professionally while managing personal and family obligations. This realization sparked her passion for helping these women thrive without sacrificing their well-being.

Ellen’s approach is grounded in science and holistic self-care, blending coaching, mindfulness, and stress management strategies. She became a certified stress counselor, life coach, and mindfulness trainer, using a multidisciplinary approach to help women leaders not just survive, but thrive.

Key Turning Points: Challenges and Decisions

 The path to becoming a burnout prevention strategist wasn’t straightforward. Ellen’s experience as a sociologist and marketer gave her valuable insights into the pressures faced by women in corporate environments. However, transitioning from the corporate world to the wellness industry came with its own set of challenges.

Through coaching and corporate workshops, Ellen realized traditional stress management solutions were insufficient. Women leaders didn’t just need help managing time, they needed to learn to manage their energy. That’s when she developed her signature 5-step FOCUS framework, a comprehensive program designed to help women regain control over both their time and energy. By setting boundaries, building rejuvenating habits, and prioritizing what truly matters, her clients experience long-term results.

A Holistic Approach: The Breakthrough Method

 Ellen’s breakthrough came when she realized that burnout prevention wasn’t just about dealing with stress in the moment, it was about developing sustainable habits for long-term well-being. In her signature program, Ellen focuses not just on time management but on energy management, equipping clients with the tools to maintain clarity and focus in demanding environments.

Her approach has been embraced by corporate organizations, recognizing that burnout is a costly problem, both in terms of employee health and company productivity. Research shows that each employee on burnout leave costs companies an average of €60,000–€80,000 per year. Ellen’s programs help organizations retain top talent and reduce burnout-related costs.

Award-Winning Leadership

 In 2025, Ellen was honored with the title of Best Women’s Leadership & Energy Strategist in Europe at the prestigious Evergreen Awards. This recognition celebrates her groundbreaking work in empowering women leaders to thrive professionally without succumbing to burnout. Through Reclaim Your Control, Ellen’s innovative strategies have transformed the lives of countless women, helping them reclaim their energy, focus, and leadership potential.

What Sets Reclaim Your Control Apart

 Ellen’s holistic approach is what truly sets her apart. By blending scientific rigor with a deeply human touch, she provides clients with tools that bring lasting change. Her focus isn’t just on helping women cope with stress, it’s about helping them lead with resilience, clarity, and calm in high-pressure environments.

Ellen’s coaching programs, corporate workshops, and free resources like e-books and masterclasses empower women to manage their energy and focus. She emphasizes long-term strategies that foster sustainable success, not quick fixes.

Client Success Stories: Real Impact, Real Results

 The impact of Ellen’s work is clear through the success stories of her clients. One senior executive at a multinational company shared, “Ellen’s coaching changed the way I approach my day-to-day life. I now set clear boundaries, prioritize my well-being, and show up with energy and focus.” Another client emphasized how Ellen’s guidance helped her prioritize herself, set healthy boundaries, and manage energy more intentionally.

One of Ellen’s standout programs, “Reclaim Control of Your Energy,” was delivered at the Amsterdam Recharge Club’s “Beyond Burnout” event. The session was a resounding success, with plans already in place for her to return for another session. Her clients consistently report that Ellen’s calming yet empowering presence helps them regain control of their energy and focus, enabling them to thrive in demanding roles.

Take the First Step Toward Reclaiming Your Energy

 If you’re a woman leader feeling the weight of constant pressure, it’s time to reclaim your control. With Ellen Duffy-Lueb’s expert guidance, you can move from merely surviving to truly thriving, without the burnout. Explore Ellen’s transformative coaching programs and corporate workshops today, and start your journey toward leading with clarity, confidence, and calm.

Visit Reclaim Your Control to learn more, or connect with Ellen on LinkedIn and Instagram for inspiration and resources to begin your journey toward sustainable success.

Burnout is not a badge of honor. Let’s make thriving the norm.