The Workplace Communication Podcast #114 - Why Communication Is Key to Banishing Burnout Among High Achievers with Julian Reeve
Julian Reeve's professional journey through the music industry was an exhilarating rollercoaster ride, filled with soaring highs that rival Broadway's top notes. As musical director of the ground-breaking Broadway sensation Hamilton, Julian Reeve scaled career summits that seem insurmountable to most.
However, the peak of his success crumbled just three months into his dream role when a stress-induced heart attack abruptly plummeted him to new lows. What was once a beautiful symphony of perfectionism and unwavering commitment quickly descended into chaos, marked by self-medication and self-neglect.
On this episode of The Workplace Communication Podcast, we’re joined by Julian Reeve, Founder & CEO, at Perfect Equilibrium™ Inc. to discuss the pivotal role of effective communication, self-reflection, proactive dialogue, and prioritizing self-care in burnout prevention. Join us to explore concrete strategies for maintaining balance and conquering burnout among high achievers.
Leadership tips you won’t want to miss:
🎙️ Prioritizing self-care and well-being in your leadership journey
🎙️ Fostering open and honest communication to prevent burnout among high achievers
🎙️ Understanding the importance of self-reflection in maintaining equilibrium
🎙️ Embracing proactive dialogue with your team to address stress and pressure
🎙️ Recognizing the transformative power of communication in achieving personal and professional balance
Julian Reeve, former music director for Broadway's ground-breaking hip-hop musical Hamilton, discusses the importance of communication in preventing burnout. Reeve has a background in music, starting as a drummer and eventually becoming the MD. He has taken over 25 Broadway shows worldwide and worked as the music supervisor for Hamilton, putting in a replacement cast for the originals. Reeve's career change occurred when he had a stress-induced heart attack three months into his job. The 20 years leading up to the attack were filled with perfectionism and self-medication, leading to a lack of self-care and exercise. Reeve's life changed when he realized that he had done the damage to his body and mental health. He now focuses on promoting communication and self-care, aiming to disrupt society's approach to work and attitudes to stress.
If you’re looking to unlock the secrets of conquering burnout while achieving your highest ambitions, then this episode is for you!
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