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123: Are You on the Road to Burnout? | The Unspoken Pandemic

Aug 28, 2023

Discover warning signs of burnout and strategies to avoid it. Explore the challenges faced by engineering leaders and learn about a coaching program to achieve career growth and personal success.

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The podcast highlights that burnout is caused by neglecting important aspects of our lives, rather than simply being overwhelmed by work tasks.

The various perspectives shared by engineering leaders emphasize the importance of meaningful work, a sense of purpose, and maintaining mental and physical health to prevent burnout.

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Burnout is caused by what you're not doing

According to the podcast, burnout is not caused by the things you're doing, but rather by the things you're neglecting. Burnout occurs when you burn through your energy faster than you replenish it.

Understanding Burnout: The Importance of Engaging and Meaningful Work

01:20

The Importance of Direction and Course Correction for Avoiding Burnout

01:20

Introduction

2min

Overcoming Roadblocks to Success

17min

The Challenges Faced by Engineering Leaders and Solutions to Achieve Success and Happiness

2min

Achieve Career Growth and Personal Success with a Personal Executive Coach

2min

Commit to Growing Your Career and Creating the Life of Your Dreams

2min

How can you recognize when you're on the path to burnout? What are the warning signs that indicate you might be approaching burnout?

Listen now for these answers and more!

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In this episode, we dive deep into the topic of burnout. I'll be sharing my own experience of hitting rock bottom in my career due to burnout and how I turned things around.

Join me as I draw insights from over 1,500 engineering leaders and discuss the various faces of burnout – from disengagement to the perils of overworking. I introduce the "burnout scale" and urge you to assess where you stand on it.

I'll uncover how burnout is more than just physical exhaustion – it's about energy deficits across all aspects of our lives. Tune in to discover actionable strategies to steer clear of burnout and find renewed purpose in your career.

Hit that play button and let's tackle burnout together!

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