#040 Special Focus on Burnout | Laura-Jean Evens & Lurinda Maree

On Change with Petro du Pisani

Burnout: Recognise, Recover and Rebalance.
Episode 14 of s series of podcasts on taking conscious breaks from work. This is a special focus episode on Burnout.
In this episode, Petro du Pisani speaks to fellow-coaches Laura-Jean Evens and Lurinda Maree.
Laura-Jean, an executive coach with an industrial psychology background, and Lurinda, an industrial psychologist and applied theatre specialist, share their expertise on burnout.
According to SADAC statistics mentioned by Laura-Jean, one in four people experience burnout. The conversation covers the definition of burnout, warning signs, contributing factors, and coping strategies.
The experts discuss how both individual personality traits and organisational culture can contribute to burnout. They emphasize the importance of setting boundaries, maintaining work-life balance, and seeking professional help when needed.
The discussion also includes practical coping strategies such as creative activities, exercise, and connection with others. More about Petro du Pisani and On Change here · Connect with Petro · Solid Gold Podcasts

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1. Introduction to burnout and guests (00:00:02)

2. Defining burnout and its symptoms (00:01:59)

3. Employee contributions to burnout (00:05:49)

4. Organisational culture and burnout (00:08:47)

5. Coping strategies and recovery (00:24:21)

6. Books and resources for managing burnout (00:31:39)

7. Phases of burnout and conclusion (00:36:51)