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Avoiding burnout for high achievers

Avoiding burnout for high achievers

FromThe Skip podcast


Avoiding burnout for high achievers

FromThe Skip podcast

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Length:
33 minutes
Released:
May 28, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Around 10-20% of my coaching calls tackle burnout. Despite being a deeply personal experience, burnout frequently affects high achievers, who often don't have the time to develop effective coping strategies.In today's episode, we dissect several paraphrased conversations, drawing from years of career coaching experience, offering insights and practical advice to help you manage burnout, set healthy boundaries, and cultivate a resilient mindset.–In today's episode, we discuss:Why burnout is a deeply personal experienceInsights on burnout from real-world examplesWhy burnout is a side effect of successAdopting a long-term career viewThe importance of finding a hobbyAvoiding low-energy work–Referenced:Balancing Work and Life: Insights from Nikhyl and the Skip CPO group–Where to find Nikhyl:Twitter/XLinkedIn–Find The Skip:WebsiteSubstackYouTubeSpotifyApple PodcastsTikTokDon't forget to subscribe to The Skip to hear me coach you through timely career lessons. If you’re interested in joining me on a future call, send me a note on LinkedIn, Threads, or Twitter/X.–Timestamps(00:00) Why you resent your company(01:35) People experience burnout differently(04:52) Today’s episode format(05:36) The mindset needed to enforce boundaries(07:25) Observation 1: High performing companies will always push their best people(11:45) Observation 2: Family planning will require you to rework the timing of your career plan(17:23) Observation 3: Ambitious, overworked people will eventually resent their job(23:21) Pro tip 1: Changing your mindset toward burnout(24:58) Pro tip 2: Finding a hobby forces joy on your calendar(29:00) Pro tip 3: Recognizing what drives low energy at work(31:04) Key takeaways from this episode(32:39) How to get in touch
Released:
May 28, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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The Skip podcast helps tech professionals get ahead in their career. It’s hosted by Nikhyl Singhal, a successful founder, head of product, and executive. Nikhyl has helped scale four of the most successful tech products ever: Facebook, Credit Karma, Google Photos, and Google Hangouts. And he coaches more than 100 executives, managers, and rising stars in navigating important career decisions, management challenges, and personal crossroads to maximize their happiness and professional life. Subscribe to this podcast to hear from him and other executives as they teach unique career lessons.