What Are You Really Afraid Of?
My biggest fear was cats.And I don’t mean “oh they’re creepy” fear.I mean heart-thumping, palm-sweating, get-me-outta-here fear. But on this 100 Days of Say Yes Experiences journey, I said YES to facing it.Yep—I said yes to a cat.When I pet it, I breathed through it. I sat with the fear instead of sprinting from it.And guess what? Nothing major […]
Bikini, Hugs and Flaming Lips
If there’s one thing this past week taught me, it’s this: the edge of your comfort zone is where your confidence begins. But let’s be real—it’s not always a graceful edge. Sometimes it looks like walking half-naked through a crowd with your insecurities screaming louder than your inner cheerleader. Other times it’s your lips on […]
Week 2: 100 Days of Say Yes Experiences and Communication
The #1 reason people leave organizations isn’t lack of engagement, career stagnation, or even compensation—it’s burnout.
I recently spoke with a client who was blindsided when one of his top employees abruptly quit. After his employee left, he was stunned to hear the real reason behind the resignation: burnout. He had no idea his employee was struggling, and unfortunately, he’s not alone. Many leaders don’t recognize burnout until it manifests as turnover, absenteeism, or declining performance. The reality is that burnout isn’t just an individual issue—it’s an organizational one.
100 Days of Say Yes Experiences
The #1 reason people leave organizations isn’t lack of engagement, career stagnation, or even compensation—it’s burnout.
I recently spoke with a client who was blindsided when one of his top employees abruptly quit. After his employee left, he was stunned to hear the real reason behind the resignation: burnout. He had no idea his employee was struggling, and unfortunately, he’s not alone. Many leaders don’t recognize burnout until it manifests as turnover, absenteeism, or declining performance. The reality is that burnout isn’t just an individual issue—it’s an organizational one.
Proven CEO Strategies to Energize Your Workforce
The #1 reason people leave organizations isn’t lack of engagement, career stagnation, or even compensation—it’s burnout.
I recently spoke with a client who was blindsided when one of his top employees abruptly quit. After his employee left, he was stunned to hear the real reason behind the resignation: burnout. He had no idea his employee was struggling, and unfortunately, he’s not alone. Many leaders don’t recognize burnout until it manifests as turnover, absenteeism, or declining performance. The reality is that burnout isn’t just an individual issue—it’s an organizational one.
Why One of the Costs of Burnout is High Turnover
The #1 reason people leave organizations isn’t lack of engagement, career stagnation, or even compensation—it’s burnout.
I recently spoke with a client who was blindsided when one of his top employees abruptly quit. After his employee left, he was stunned to hear the real reason behind the resignation: burnout. He had no idea his employee was struggling, and unfortunately, he’s not alone. Many leaders don’t recognize burnout until it manifests as turnover, absenteeism, or declining performance. The reality is that burnout isn’t just an individual issue—it’s an organizational one.
Middle Managers Vs. Burnout: When Leaders Don’t Prioritize Burnout
Burnout is rampant in today’s workforce, yet the very people who have the power to prevent it—the top leaders and decision-makers—often refuse to invest in solutions. Meanwhile, middle managers recognize burnout as a significant issue for frontline employees but find themselves stuck between advocating for their teams and dealing with leaders who don’t see burnout as a priority. This disconnect creates a cycle that perpetuates burnout, leading to …
The Burnout Epidemic: Why Companies Must Act Now
Burnout isn’t just a personal problem—it’s a business crisis. It’s the silent killer of productivity, the hidden driver of turnover, and the root cause of disengagement across industries. Yet, most companies still approach burnout with surface-level solutions like wellness programs, meditation apps, and “mental health days” that don’t address the systemic causes of stress and exhaustion.
The Leadership Conundrum: Burnout and the Bottom Line
Burnout isn’t just an individual issue—it’s an organizational crisis. The symptoms don’t just impact employees. They weaken teams, derail productivity, and ultimately harm business outcomes. For leaders, preventing burnout isn’t just about being a compassionate boss. It’s about…
Why Employee Burnout Is a Leadership Problem—And How To Fix It
Burnout isn’t just an individual issue—it’s an organizational crisis. The symptoms don’t just impact employees. They weaken teams, derail productivity, and ultimately harm business outcomes. For leaders, preventing burnout isn’t just about being a compassionate boss. It’s about…