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The Uncommon Career Podcast: Transformative Career Coaching & Job Search Strategies

103. Are You Burning Out? Assess and Prevent Work/Job Search Burnout

Mar 18, 2025
35:30

 

In this enlightening episode, delve deep into the complexities of burnout, debunk common myths, and explore its various forms with burnout expert Lydia. Providing a comprehensive overview of burnout's 'big three' symptoms—exhaustion, lack of confidence, and cynicism. Learn the impact of burnout on job searches, the signs of entering crisis mode, and the differences between internal and external causes.

Lydia introduces practical strategies like job crafting and the importance of mental detachment, alongside a holistic approach that emphasizes work-life balance. Tune in to learn how to navigate burnout, reclaim your energy, and enhance your overall well-being. 

 

Timestamps
  • 00:52 Understanding Burnout: The Big Three

  • 02:48 Common Signs and Types of Burnout

  • 09:49 Internal vs. External Factors of Burnout

  • 15:45 Job Crafting: Making Your Current Job Better

  • 20:56 Holistic Approach to Burnout

  • 23:34 Mental Detachment and Work-Life Boundaries

 

About Lydia

Lydia Johnson, MS, is a dual-certified coach with a master’s degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology—the study of careers and work. An expert in evidence-based tools and psychological research, she helps professionals improve their lives at work with proven strategies.

Lydia’s mission is to support ultra-busy professionals who are tired of constant stress in building fulfilling and sustainable careers. She empowers them to create success on their own terms—leaving space for themselves, their passions, and their families.

 

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