If you are burnt out or seeking a meaningful shift in your professional life, this episode is for you. In this episode, Joahanna Wickramaratne and Paula Davis provide insightful reflections on assessing job satisfaction and actionable strategies to combat burnout factors. Tune in for a journey towards real change and empowerment.
Meet Paula Davis
Paula Davis founded the Stress & Resilience Institute, focusing on reducing burnout and enhancing resilience across organizations. Since 2020, she has conducted over 350 workshops and programs on well-being and leadership.
Paula transitioned from law to earn a master’s in applied positive psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, where she taught resilience skills to soldiers. Her book was a top-seller for the Wharton School Press and nominated by the Next Big Idea Club.
Her expertise has been featured in major publications. She is also a guest lecturer for Wharton School Executive Education programs and has received 2 distinguished teaching awards from the Medical College of Wisconsin.
About the episode
In this mind-expanding episode of Work In Progress, Paula Davis defines burnout as the manifestation of chronic workplace stress and emphasizes the importance of understanding its root causes.
She highlights the responsibility of individuals and organizations in addressing burnout. She also touches upon the early signs of burnout, its impact on productivity, and the complexities of burnout.
Paula discusses the increasing prevalence of burnout in today’s society, especially highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Burnout is now a prominent issue that individuals and organizations are addressing more openly. She also discusses strategies for preventing burnout. However, addressing it is complex and depends on where one falls on the burnout spectrum.
Paula highlights the individualistic nature of burnout. To address it, it’s important to openly communicate, set boundaries, and seek support. She also emphasizes normalizing conversations about stress and prioritizing mental well-being.
In conclusion
In this episode, Paula Davis offers a comprehensive toolkit for addressing burnout. Her strategies, including reframing negative thoughts and simple yet powerful questions, provide practical approaches for managing stress and building resilience. Overall, she offers valuable guidance for individuals at any stage of their professional journey.
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