How does the experience of burnout differ from person to person?

And do the signs also differ?

In this episode of Work Truths Off the Record, host Rachel Morris speaks with Sophie Peaty, an expert in leadership development, about her personal experience with workplace burnout.

Sophie shares her journey through burnout, the signs she ignored, and the importance of self-care and support. They discuss the role of employers in recognising and addressing burnout, the need for vulnerability in leadership, and the significance of kindness towards oneself and others during challenging times.

The conversation emphasises that recovery from burnout is not linear and encourages open dialogue about mental health in the workplace.

Key Discussion Points

Burnout can manifest as an inability to switch off, not just exhaustion.

Personal experiences of burnout can provide valuable insights for helping others.

Recognising early warning signs, like sleep disturbances, is crucial.

Support from colleagues and managers can make a significant difference.

Vulnerability from leaders can help reduce stigma around burnout.

It's important to have open conversations about mental health at work.

Recovery from burnout is a personal journey and varies for everyone.

Employers should create a culture that supports mental well-being.

Guest Information

Sophie Peaty is a Leadership and Development Coach and the Founder of Shine Leadership.

With over a decade of experience in global retail leadership and people development, she now works with individuals and teams to grow capability and confidence, strengthen resilience, and lead with authenticity.

Drawing on her own journey of learning how to thrive and lead well in high-pressure environments, she brings a warm, practical and human perspective to her work.

An EMCC Senior Practitioner Coach, she has delivered leadership programmes to thousands of people globally.

You can find more info here:

Website: www.shine-leadership.co.uk

Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/sophiepeaty

Music in this episode by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)