To Quit or Not to Quit - Navigating Burnout in the Workplace

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Donna and Yakov Lasker discuss burnout on their podcast "Byte-Sized L&D," exploring whether quitting is the right solution. They introduce the Areas of Worklife model, encompassing workload, control, reward, community, fairness, and values. Evaluating these areas can help identify changes to improve work conditions or indicate when it's time to leave.
#burnout, #worklife, #quitting, #podcast, #workplacewellness, #mentalhealth, #careerdecisions

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To Quit or Not to Quit - Navigating Burnout in the Workplace

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published about a year ago

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#Higher Education #Podcasting Education #Yakov Becker

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The Privacy Paradox 12:47

19 hours ago12:47

12:47

In this Byte-sized L&D podcast episode, hosts Donna and Yakov explore the "privacy paradox"—the tension between online visibility and authentic connection. They discuss how social media has blurred the lines between transparency and intimacy, leading to an oversharing culture. They emphasize the importance of intentional sharing, maintaining personal boundaries, and the value of private experiences in personal and professional growth. #privacyparadox, #onlinetransparency, #socialmedia, #intentionalsharing, #personalgrowth, #boundaries, #privatelife…

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How the Skills Catch-22 is Bleeding Your Business 11:53

4 days ago11:53

11:53

Organizations face a paradox: they need skilled talent but deprioritize training. As technology evolves, companies struggle to find specific skills, highlighting the need to develop talent internally. Success stories like Amazon and AT&T show high returns on investment in upskilling programs. Convincing executives requires demonstrating tangible business benefits and pilot program successes. #skills, #training, #business, #upskilling, #technology, #talentdevelopment, #roi…

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How to Prevent Middle Manager Burnout 21:58

8 days ago21:58

21:58

Middle manager burnout is a critical issue affecting organizations, with alarming statistics showing high risk and active burnout among managers. Factors include structural pressures, lack of training, and understaffed teams. HR can combat this through data-driven prediction, resilience training, and supportive cultures. Successful interventions improve retention, engagement, and organizational performance, highlighting the necessity of proactive strategies. #MiddleManagerBurnout, #HRStrategies, #ResilienceTraining, #EmployeeEngagement, #OrganizationalPerformance, #SupportiveCulture, #BurnoutPrevention…

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Bridging Gen Z’s Path from Campus to Corporate 13:33

11 days ago13:33

13:33

In this episode of Byte Sized L&D, hosts Donna and Yakov discuss the challenges and opportunities in integrating recent graduates into the workforce. They highlight a disconnect between graduates' skills and workplace expectations, partly due to missed opportunities during remote learning. Emphasizing the need for comprehensive onboarding, feedback, and mental health support, the hosts encourage L&D professionals to adapt strategies to bridge gaps and leverage Gen Z's strengths like technical savvy and environmental consciousness. Managers should adjust their styles to foster a supportive environment, helping to mediate generational differences and enhance retention. #GenZ, #CorporateOnboarding, #WorkforceIntegration, #RemoteLearningChallenges, #L&DStrategies, #GenerationGap, #EmployeeRetention…

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”Rethinking College Math: Balancing Tradition with Practical Career Skills” 11:06

15 days ago11:06

11:06

Donna and Yakov explore the relevance of teaching advanced math and physics in college, questioning their practical application in most careers. They discuss the traditional view that these subjects build critical thinking and problem-solving skills, but acknowledge the opportunity costs. Alternatives like statistics and data science are proposed for more applicable learning. #collegeeducation, #mathskills, #careerdevelopment, #criticalthinking, #statistics, #datascience, #highereducation…

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Time Bankruptcy in the Corporate Learning 9:45

18 days ago9:45

9:45

Donna and Yakov discuss the pressing issue of time constraints affecting learning and development (L&D) initiatives in workplaces. Research shows time, not interest, is the main barrier. They advocate for embedding learning in daily workflows, emphasizing experiences and immediate value. They highlight the need for learning to adapt to diverse, generational needs and realities. #TimeBankruptcy, #CorporateLearning, #LearningAndDevelopment, #WorkplaceLearning, #GenerationalNeeds, #EmbeddedLearning, #ImmediateValue…

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Is Burnout Really Just Loneliness in Disguise 8:41

22 days ago8:41

8:41

In the latest episode of Innovation Pulse, hosts Donna and Yakov explore the concept that burnout may stem more from disconnection than overwork. They discuss how fostering genuine connections and empathy at work can combat burnout effectively, citing examples from companies like Brightpath Solutions and Helix Innovations, which saw improved employee well-being by emphasizing interpersonal relationships over traditional wellness programs. #burnout, #loneliness, #workplacewellbeing, #empathy, #connectionsatwork, #BrightpathSolutions, #HelixInnovations…

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When Bad Bosses Happen to Good Teams 11:44

25 days ago11:44

11:44

Donna and Yakov discuss the pervasive issue of toxic management, revealing that over 50% of workers leave jobs to escape bad bosses. They highlight six main factors contributing to toxic leadership, the financial and emotional costs, and strategies for employees and managers to improve or escape such environments. Effective management requires continuous learning and self-awareness, emphasizing relationships and psychological safety. Organizations should prioritize leadership training and robust feedback systems to prevent toxic management, ultimately benefiting employee satisfaction and organizational health. Leadership is a dynamic skill requiring ongoing practice and improvement. #toxicmanagement, #badbosses, #leadershiptraining, #employeeretention, #psychologicalsafety, #workplacewellbeing, #organizationalhealth…

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The Art of Delegation 12:06

29 days ago12:06

12:06

Donna and Yakov discuss the importance of delegation for leadership and development in organizations. Effective delegation increases revenue, addresses business challenges, and fosters team growth. Common barriers include leaders' reluctance to let go and fear of becoming less valuable. L&D professionals can help by promoting delegation as a core competency and creating supportive learning environments. #delegation, #leadership, #teamgrowth, #organizationaldevelopment, #LnD, #businesschallenges, #corecompetency…

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Vacation Isn’t Enough - Busting Burnout Myths 8:35

5 weeks ago8:35

8:35

Donna and Yakov discuss burnout myths in the workplace, emphasizing that a simple vacation or passion for work isn't enough to prevent burnout. They advocate for daily well-being practices like short breaks and setting boundaries. Myths about hustle culture and stress are debunked, highlighting the importance of sustainable self-care and recovery for long-term success and productivity. #burnout, #wellbeing, #workplace, #selfcare, #hustleculture, #stressmanagement, #productivity…

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GitHub remote first approach - what can we learn from it? 12:55

5 weeks ago12:55

12:55

The episode of Byte-sized L&D with hosts Donna and Yakov Lasker explores remote work dynamics, focusing on GitHub's pioneering remote-first approach. GitHub emphasizes asynchronous communication, inclusive culture, and results over presence. They effectively use tools, cultural norms, and intentional connection points to maintain collaboration and employee engagement, offering insights for other organizations considering remote or hybrid models. #GitHub, #RemoteWork, #AsynchronousCommunication, #InclusiveCulture, #EmployeeEngagement, #HybridModels, #Collaboration…

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7 Phrases that make giving feedback easier 12:28

6 weeks ago12:28

12:28

In this episode of Byte-sized L&D, hosts Donna and Yakov discuss effective feedback strategies, introducing seven impactful phrases to enhance feedback delivery. These include "This is a great start," "I noticed," "At the same time," "Even more," and "Based on the data points I have." They emphasize the importance of language in facilitating constructive, non-defensive conversations that lead to genuine improvement. #feedback, #communication, #leadership, #improvement, #coaching, #language, #podcast…

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Debate Skills as Leadership Development 32:32

6 weeks ago32:32

32:32

Debating techniques can significantly enhance leadership skills by fostering strategic thinking and effective communication. Yakov Lasker emphasizes how skills such as framing issues, understanding hard and soft lines, model-building, and first principles thinking transform leaders' decision-making and team alignment. Effective leaders prioritize improving thought quality over winning arguments, creating environments where ideas and people thrive. #debate, #leadership, #communication, #strategicthinking, #decisionmaking, #teamalignment, #firstprinciples…

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To Quit or Not to Quit - Navigating Burnout in the Workplace 11:56

7 weeks ago11:56

11:56

Donna and Yakov Lasker discuss burnout on their podcast "Byte-Sized L&D," exploring whether quitting is the right solution. They introduce the Areas of Worklife model, encompassing workload, control, reward, community, fairness, and values. Evaluating these areas can help identify changes to improve work conditions or indicate when it's time to leave. #burnout, #worklife, #quitting, #podcast, #workplacewellness, #mentalhealth, #careerdecisions…

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How University Students Use AI - Anthropic research 13:30

7 weeks ago13:30