In this episode of The Business Behind Your Business, host Paul Sweeney discusses the pervasive issue of burnout with leadership expert Trudy MacDonald of Talent Code HR. Together, they unpack how COVID-19 transformed workplace dynamics, fostering exhaustion and disengagement among employees and leaders alike. Trudy identifies the root causes of burnout, including lack of role clarity, inadequate connection in hybrid work settings, and imbalances between empathy and accountability.

She shares actionable strategies to mitigate burnout, from conducting team "resets" to redefining accountability as a team-oriented practice. Trudy also highlights the evolving role of leaders, emphasizing the importance of emotional intelligence, psychological safety, and fostering high-performance cultures. Packed with insights and practical tips, this episode empowers leaders to create sustainable, connected, and high-performing workplaces.

Trudy MacDonald has worked extensively with Boards, leaders and leadership teams over the past 20 years and is a sought-after coach to leaders across industries.

She is an experienced CEO, an established business leader and thought leader in the areas of strategy, people, and culture. She specialises in empowering organisations to become great by maximising the performance and productivity of their people.

She is a multi-award-winning speaker having been honoured as “Speaker of the Year” by the world’s largest CEO network – The Executive Connection (TEC). Trudy is a regular speaker to Leaders and Boards and regularly presents on the topics of strategy, high performance organisations and leadership at Industry Associations, Conferences and Corporate Events. Her career is founded on an education in Organisational Psychology and spans Australia, New Zealand, the USA and parts of Asia.

Website: https://www.talentcodehr.com.au/
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