SPARKED How to Burn Bright Without Burning Out | Daisy Auger-Domínguez
Jun 3, 2025
Daisy Auger-Domínguez, a trailblazing executive and author of 'Burnt Out to Lit Up', shares her insights on overcoming burnout and fostering vibrant workplace cultures. She discusses the three dimensions of workplace burnout: exhaustion, cynicism, and low performance, and emphasizes the importance of recognizing its signs. Daisy highlights the need for vulnerability and authenticity in leadership, plus the significance of self-awareness and open dialogue. Practical strategies such as breath work and self-reflection help individuals uncover their passions and enhance their joy in work.
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Three Dimensions of Burnout
- Burnout has three main dimensions: exhaustion, cynicism, and low performance.
- These combined effects cause a physical, emotional, and spiritual absence at work.
Cynicism Blocks Hope and Action
- Cynicism in burnout means losing hope and motivation to change.
- It creates emotional detachment and stops proactive behavior at work.
Daisy's Personal Burnout Journey
- Daisy experienced severe burnout with physical symptoms like constant sickness and chronic stress.
- A candid moment with her team helped her acknowledge her state and start self-care.
