Episode 3

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5th May 2024

Ep 3 - The Case of the High Performer Facing Burnout

Navigating Team Burnout: A Leadership Strategy

In this episode, we tackle the issue of burnout within high-performing teams. We focus on Priya, a project manager in Bangalore, and her team member, Arjun, who is showing signs of burnout like missing deadlines and disengagement.

We emphasize the importance of creating a safe, open space for honest conversations between managers and their team members. It’s crucial to start with broad questions, then get more specific, allowing team members to share their struggles without fear of impacting their job status. We guide managers on how to begin these supportive discussions, focusing on understanding the team member's situation, exploring solutions together, and committing to ongoing support to prevent burnout.

Additionally, we discuss the importance of using resources like HR for guidance in managing such sensitive issues effectively.

00:00 Introduction to Addressing Burnout in High Performers


00:30 The Case of Arjun: Recognizing Burnout


01:12 Strategies for Managers: Preventing and Addressing Burnout


02:35 Initiating the Conversation: Techniques and Approaches


03:43 Creating a Safe Space and Asking the Right Questions


04:56 Navigating the Conversation: From General to Specific


08:11 Problem Solving and Planning for Recovery


10:46 Seeking External Support and Guidance


11:45 General Advice for Managers on Regular Check-ins


12:55 Conclusion and Call to Action



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