The Employee Identity Crisis

“Once you know your worth, no broken system can take it away.” In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession explores the struggle many employees face—feeling undervalued, disconnected, and stuck in a system that prioritizes external validation over intrinsic worth. She unpacks why so many people experience burnout, not just from overwork, but from believing they have to prove their value instead of recognizing they already have it. Rebecca challenges the traditional success metrics tied to promotions, performance reviews, and approval from leadership, offering a new perspective on reclaiming your sense of worth and purpose at work. She shares practical ways to shift your mindset, set personal boundaries, and define success on your own terms—regardless of the work environment you’re in. In this episode, you’ll learn:Why burnout is rooted in feeling undervalued, not just overworkHow to reclaim your worth without waiting for external validationSimple shifts to redefine success and find meaning in your work Things to listen for: (00:00) Intro (01:33) Reclaiming your value (03:28) The problem with external validation (05:48) Finding meaning in your work (08:11) Defining your own success (09:29) Discovering your unique gifts (18:16) Setting personal boundaries (19:19) Taking ownership of your career (21:39) Moving toward The Age of Humanity Free webinars - New dates added continually: https://shop.standtallinyourstory.com/products/free-webinar-reconnect-recharge-moving-from-disconnected-to-deeply-fulfilledBusiness is Human Masterclass: https://www.rebeccafleetwoodhession.com/businessishumanmasterclassConnect with Rebecca: https://www.rebeccafleetwoodhession.com/