LifeLabs Learning Lab Report

Building core skills to prevent burnout starts with understanding what burnout is. Too often we hear that burnout is simply the result of “too much work.” This explanation is neither accurate nor useful. Instead, we’ve found it helpful to diagnose burnout along its three dimensions.

In this new?LifeLabs Learning?article,?we explore a new model to burnout-proof yourself and your team.

Workplace stress is particularly high in times of rapid change, uncertainty, and ambiguity. Yet almost 60% of companies feel their organizations are “weak” at helping teams cope with stress (Deloitte). In fact, research shows that underdeveloped resiliency skills cost organizations nearly $62 billion per year in lost productivity.?

Try these 3 practices to boost adaptivity and resilience for yourself and your team.?

1. Take breaks.?Chronic stress undermines our cognitive abilities. The antidote? Rest. Integrate micro and meso breaks in your work day. And, as summer approaches, plan a macro break to enjoy the sun (or shade).
2. Control what you can and let go of the rest.?Discerning what’s in your control and what is out of your control gives you the ability to focus energy on high-impact actions. The result? A feeling of self-efficacy and decreased anxiety about the things you cannot control.
3. Celebrate your team.?In particular, celebrate the small wins, early and often. Doing so releases dopamine--the feel-good neurotransmitter--and buoys the recipient, giving them a bit more energy, commitment, and motivation to do the next thing.

LifeLabs Learning Working Sessions - The Recession-Proof Series:?We’ll tackle your most pressing challenges in real-time, so you are ready to transform tough times into great opportunities. And you can watch videos of any you've missed.?July 13 and 19, 2022

The Recession-Proof Series

Culture Club:?A monthly gathering for People Ops and HR professionals who are passionate about employee engagement and company culture.?July 12 and 27, 2022

Resiliency Skills: Help employees handle stress well

CultureCon 2022:?Priscila Bala, CEO of LifeLabs Learning, alongside speakers from JP Morgan Chase, LinkedIn, and more, will talk about all things leadership. Use the code LIFELABS40 at checkout and receive 40% off your ticket!?August 10 and 11, 2022?

Leadership Survival Skills: A New Era That Demands New Skills

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Diversity

• How companies are responding?to the overturning of?Roe v. Wade??
• Advice regarding DEI initiatives and ERGs?and all-employee participation

Resilience

• Company communication?suggestions on mental health and current events

L&D

• Recognition platforms?companies use for employees?
• Recommendations of must-read books?for emerging leaders?

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