S4 Episode 9: Coaching Through Burnout with Michael Levitt

This week, Claire is talking to Michael Levitt.  A former Health Care leader, Michael burned out in 2009. He talks about lessons learned and some strategies to avoid burnout - useful for anyone encountering burnout themselves or with others.   Takeaways Invest in getting enough sleep and prioritize restful sleep for better physical and mental health. Be mindful of what you eat and consider getting a food intolerance test to identify foods that may be causing issues. Establish boundaries around work and limit screen time to create a healthier work-life balance. Be self-aware and make choices that are in your best interest to prevent burnout. Organizations should improve communication and support their employees to prevent burnout.   We also talk about the Kevin Hunt podcast about listening to our bodies. Contact Michael and get a free PDF copy of his book through https://breakfastleadership.teachable.com/p/burnout-proof-your-life/   Keywords burnout, personal journey, sleep, eating well, boundaries, self-awareness, choices, organizations, communication, support