Welcome to the next instalment of the Nexus Connect Podcast. This is a series where I will invite storytellers and experts from across the specialty insurance market to discuss the rapid rate of industry innovation. All things people, tech, and change.
In our new Workplace Stress series, Community Ambassador Alex Holliday welcomes Sabrina Ahmed - Burnout Coach | Neuroscientist | Art-based Practitioner.
During this insightful episode, Alex and Sabrina discuss an issue many professionals face in today’s fast-paced corporate world: burnout.
You’ll hear real-world strategies on identifying the signs of burnout, knowing when it’s time to quit, and how to manage stress during the job search. The conversation explores the root causes of burnout, from toxic work cultures to personal belief systems, and highlights both controllable and uncontrollable factors.
Alex and Sabrina also delve into key topics such as handling job loss, the concept of job crafting, and how remote work has reshaped workplace burnout. Sabrina’s unique perspective on art-based coaching and her background in neuroscience bring a fresh and holistic approach to recovery and stress management.
Key Takeaways:
- Identifying Burnout: Learn the three elements that define burnout and how to recognise emotional, mental, and physical symptoms.
- Knowing When to Quit: Understand if quitting is the right step or if there are other ways to manage stress before making drastic career changes.
- Coping with Redundancy: Learn how to navigate job loss without letting burnout consume you and build resilience to face uncertainty.
- Job Crafting and Remote Work: Discover how to align your job with your strengths and preferences, and how hybrid working may affect stress levels differently.
This episode offers practical, actionable advice for those feeling overwhelmed in their careers, looking for clarity in their job search, or wanting to regain control over their work-life balance. With Sabrina’s expert guidance, you'll come away with a roadmap for managing burnout and securing meaningful, fulfilling work.
Ready to make a change?
Listen to the full podcast and find out how you can start small and take real steps toward a healthier, more balanced work life!
You can also find out more about how Sabrina coaching support services to help business owners and leaders to beat burnout at https://openintrovert.com/
