#016 Maintaining Grit & Avoiding Burnout

In this week’s episode of Bet On Yourself, we’re talking about maintaining grit and avoiding burnout. I think we all need this more than ever! I've shared the three types of burnout we experience and the very different ways of combating each. The first type I talk about is exhaustion, described as feeling depleted mentally or physically. The most effective way to get out of feeling exhausted is “re-energizing acts of self-care”. The second type of burnout I discuss is cynical detachment, which is a depletion of social connectedness. A longing for what we can do to restore a feeling of connection. What works for exhaustion doesn’t alleviate cynical detachment. In fact, it might make it feel even more acute! What might help if you’re experiencing this kind of burnout, is being kind to others. This can help you regain a sense of connectedness and belonging in your community. The third and final type of burnout I walk us through in this episode is reduced sense of efficacy, described as a depletion of value for oneself. The most effective behavior to combat a low self esteem are acts focused on building your positive sense of self. Remember that taking a break and focusing on yourself is one of the best ways to not only combat exhaustion and burnout but to prevent it. Take some action today to combat burnout. Find what will fill you back up and take control of your future by carving out some agency in how you spend your time and energy. You have more control than you think! Don’t forget to leave a review and subscribe! Email me your questions, opinions or stories at hello@annhiatt.co. I’d love to hear from you! Extra Resources: HBR article, Your Burnout Is Unique. Your Recovery Will Be, Too. HBR article, Empowered (ex: Amazon’s Just Do It award) HBR Presents ColdCall podcast, “Is Happiness at Work Really Attainable?” with Simon Cohen The New Way We Work podcast, “How to Focus When It’s All Just Too Much” wth Dr Art Markman Trained podcast Alia Crum, PhD | Harnessing the Power of Your Mind The book, Mindest, by Carol Dweck --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ann-hiatt/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ann-hiatt/support

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This podcast is for ambitious people, just like you, who want to create a life and career that is full of adventure, learning and fulfilment. I'm Ann Hiatt and for the past 18 years I have worked with the most powerful and influential leaders in the world while at Amazon and Google. This podcast is dedicated to my fellow entrepreneurs, whether in heart, or already in the midst of daily startup struggles, who need to hear a perspective on greatness which you won't find anywhere else. I am going to help you fast track your success by hearing the habits and tips of the super performers. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ann-hiatt/support