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Putting the Brakes on Work Burnout

Lately, I find myself talking to more and more people who find themselves in a nearly permanent state of exhaustion – maybe even close to burnout.

It’s a real challenge to try to keep themselves in a sustainable place where they can still work hard but enjoy their job. Even more importantly, it’s vital that they find a way to do that work for a long time instead of pushing themselves so hard that the edge of the cliff is in sight.

If you find yourself in this place, I would urge you to think about your life in three different buckets.

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There is No Talent Shortage

There is no “talent shortage.”

True, the data shows that there are nearly 9 million unfilled jobs in the US. But these positions aren’t vacant because there isn’t enough available talent.

The jobs are unfilled because workers are becoming more selective about their employment. People are realizing that they don’t have to tolerate what they perceive to be unrewarding work experiences.

This is bad news for companies that are stuck in an industrial-era mindset, but it’s great news for employers willing to create high value jobs that attract and keep the best people.

There are five key talent retention factors in 2021…

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Powerful Leadership Tips for 2021

Leadership, high performance, and effective strategies are needed more than ever as we move into the new opportunities of 2021.

Last year was tough on us. It brought unprecedented business and personal challenges. Our mission now is to leave that behind us and focus on ways to create success this year.

To do that, I gathered thoughts from thought leaders in various aspects of business. Together, these tips will point any business in the right direction for the next 12 months.

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Everyone’s Busy, So What?

No one said leadership would be easy.

“I know I’m supposed to be holding 1-1s with my team members, but I’m just too busy.  I have meetings to attend, reports to file, and calls to make.  I’ll talk to my team when things settle down…”

I get it.  You’re busy.  Everyone’s busy.  

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Leadership: Know Your Cannons

Are you present and visible as a leader?

Leadership Lessons of Ulysses S. Grant is one of my favorite books on this topic. Here’s a passage that has always stuck with me…

“Grant will ride along the long line of the army, apparently an indifferent observer, yet he sees and notices everything. He seems to know and remember every regiment, and in fact every cannon in his large army.”

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New Managers: 37 Facts You Must Know About Leadership and Workplace Culture

Most new managers are in trouble.

The thrill of a new job or promotion lasts for a little while.  But slowly, reality starts to sink in.

Not too long ago, new managers only had to worry about themselves.

Now they live and die by the performance of their team. And that team is made up people who may not even want to see them succeed.

New managers need help, and they need it fast.

Let’s look at the cold, hard truth. Brace yourself, this isn’t going to be pretty…

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Are We There Yet?

One of the fondest memories of my childhood is taking a family road trip to Florida.  I recall cramming myself into the backseat of an overpacked Ford Pinto, negotiating with my two sisters for elbow space and breathing room.  It wasn’t always pretty.  And before long, one of us asked the question my parents dreaded: “Are we there yet?”.

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