533: Understand the Power You Have - Candice Elliott

How can individuals and organizations effectively identify and prevent burnout in the workplace?Candice Elliott, founder of Fortress and Flourish, discusses the critical issue of burnout in the workplace. Candice, who is based in Santa Cruz, California, shares her insights on the importance of recovery, emphasizing the role of sleep and the need for individuals to speak up and be heard. She highlights the necessity for personal resets and understanding one's power. Candice's journey, from her disillusionment with the business world during the 2008 financial crisis to founding her company, is explored. She also covers various aspects of leadership, including Candice's thoughts on mentorship, the changing landscape of leadership, the importance of empathy, and her own experiences and family influences on her leadership style.In this episode:Candice Elliott discusses burnout and its prevention in the workplace.The role of recovery in combating burnout, with a focus on sleep, is highlighted.It is important to have a voice and speak up in professional settings.Candice shares her journey and experiences during the 2008 financial crisis.She also shares some insights into leadership styles, including mentorship and empathetic leadership.They discuss the evolving nature of leadership and the need for inclusive practices.Main takeaways:Stay alert to the symptoms of burnout, like exhaustion and reduced performance, to address them early.Encourage open communication in the workplace to foster a healthy and supportive environment.Realize and utilize the inherent power each individual holds to effect change and make positive contributions.Seek and provide mentorship to bridge generational gaps and enhance leadership skills.Strive for inclusive leadership that reflects the diversity of society.Cultivate empathy to understand and support team members effectively.Quotes:"All business is personal because we're working with people." - Candice Elliott"Leadership finds you, and once it does, it's about how you respond and grow from it." - Candice Elliott."Empathy in leadership is seeing humans as humans, in their imperfection and humanity." - Candice ElliottConnect with Candice!Instagram: @fortressandflourish LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/candiceelliott  Website: www.fortressandflourish.com  Complimentary Burnout Buster Consultation: Let's identify the most impactful next step you can take to prevent burnout for you and your team. https://www.fortressandflourish.com/burnout-buster-gift Connect with Denis: Email: denis@leadingchangepartners.comWebsite: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page: