Always On, Invisibly Drained: The Hidden Impact of Burnout In the Technology Sector

Always On, Invisibly Drained: The Hidden Impact of Burnout In the Technology Sector

The Sherpas explores the pervasive issue of burnout in the tech industry, examining systemic and individual factors, and offering practical tools for managing energy and fostering resilience at both an individual and organisational level. Key topics include: * Systemic vs individual responsibility in burnout * Patterns contributing to burnout in tech * The PEMS framework: physical, emotional, mental, spiritual energy * The importance of adaptive leadership and sense-making * Tools for organizations and individuals to prevent damage to energy reserves Resources The Burnout Challenge by Christina Maslach [https://www.amazon.com.au/Burnout-Challenge-Managing-Peoples-Relationships/dp/0674251016]  PEMS Framework for Energy Management [https://hbr.org/2001/01/the-making-of-a-corporate-athlete]  Contact: corporate-sherpas.au [https://corporate-sherpas.au]

The Problem With Feedback

Feedback. It's difficult to give, difficult to receive, yet absolutely crucial for continual growth. Nearly 70% of employees feel anxious about receiving feedback, and only 2.6% of colleagues step forward to deliver it when it matters most. When feedback isn’t timely or effective, it directly undermines organisational and individual performance.  This Base Camp episode explores the real impact of feedback and provides tools to turn resistance into growth. 00:00 The Challenge of Feedback 09:18 Defining Feedback and Its Importance 16:43 Personal Experiences with Feedback 23:43 How Feedback Impacts The Brain 29:40 The Role of Social Capital and Psychological Safety 39:24 The Skill of Receiving Feedback 43:07 Offering Perspectives rather than Feedback 44:15 Understanding the First and Second Score 46:05 Curiosity vs. Defensiveness in Feedback Reception 48:20 Mindset Matters: Fixed vs. Growth 49:09 Training Teams to Receive Feedback Effectively 52:10 Normalising Emotional Reactions to Feedback 54:18 The Role of Leaders in Feedback Dynamics 56:58 Shifting Focus: From Giving to Receiving Feedback 01:01:05 Navigating Identity and Attribution in Feedback 01:04:24 Generational Differences in Feedback Reception 01:08:45 Leveraging Technology for Feedback 01:17:46 Combining Frameworks for Effective Feedback Delivery Show notes Battling the Demons between our two ears: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2412095/episodes/16124844 [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2412095/episodes/16124844] Games People Play - Life Positions: https://www.amazon.com.au/Games-People-Play-Psychology-Relationships-ebook/dp/B002RI9IPG [https://www.amazon.com.au/Games-People-Play-Psychology-Relationships-ebook/dp/B002RI9IPG] The Second Score: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQNbaKkYk_Q [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQNbaKkYk_Q] Contact: corporate-sherpas.au [https://corporate-sherpas.au]

Base Camp Bites | How Do I Stop Ruminating

Base Camp Bites dive into past episodes of the podcast to unearth tools that can help you on your journey.  Today we are tackling rumination - an all too common experience that gets in the way of performance and wellbeing.  The tool? The W.I.N question.  This is an excerpt from Part 2 of Battling the Demons Between our two ears. Episode link: https://open.spotify.com/episode/76OceVW7nJe1akIZkNLD1i?si=81667ec5ebc6458c [https://open.spotify.com/episode/76OceVW7nJe1akIZkNLD1i?si=81667ec5ebc6458c] Contact: corporate-sherpas.au [https://corporate-sherpas.au]

The Problem With Diversity: The Hidden Forces Shaping Engagement, Retention and Productivity

This week the Sherpas unpack the hidden factors impacting performance in diverse environments. We know diversity is important, but how do you navigate the complexity that it brings? In this episode, we break down complex contexts leaders face and how sensemaking can help navigate adaptive problems. Discover the impact of unconscious biases, stereotypes, and microaggressions on performance and learn practical tools to help elevate performance, despite having these biases. This insightful discussion offers actionable strategies to help leaders harness the full potential of their diverse teams and achieve better personal and business outcomes. Show notes:  The amygdala and how our internal narrative impacts performance: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1v6rUZIliT9E1nP4ATDbrN?si=b148144ec07549a3 [https://open.spotify.com/episode/1v6rUZIliT9E1nP4ATDbrN?si=b148144ec07549a3] Managing an abundance mindset of stress: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7nMBSllYdzskxNw0IO5t5O?si=130455e9332643a5 [https://open.spotify.com/episode/7nMBSllYdzskxNw0IO5t5O?si=130455e9332643a5] WISE Feedback, David Yeager et al. : https://www.apa.org/pubs/journals/releases/xge-a0033906.pdf [https://www.apa.org/pubs/journals/releases/xge-a0033906.pdf] deBono’s 6 thinking hats: https://www.debonogroup.com/services/core-programs/six-thinking-hats/ [https://www.debonogroup.com/services/core-programs/six-thinking-hats/] Contact: corporate-sherpas.au [https://corporate-sherpas.au]

The Rejection Effect: Why it matters more than you think

Have you ever experienced that sting of rejection? This video explores the surprising science behind the rejection effect – why it hurts so much, and how it impacts us individually and in our organizations. We delve into the neuroscience of rejection, revealing how our brains respond to exclusion as a threat. Learn practical strategies, like affective labeling, to manage your reaction to rejection and build more resilient teams. Discover how addressing rejection isn't just about personal well-being, but also about fostering a culture of connection and collaboration. Join us as we explore how to turn rejection from a setback into a springboard for growth.  Contact: corporate-sherpas.au [https://corporate-sherpas.au]