40. From Battling Burnout to Sustainable Self-Care with Andrew Geonetta

Navigating life's challenges and rediscovering a sense of purpose at work can be a transformative journey. In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Geonetta, Group Product Manager at Aspira, to explore how a major life transition and a challenging work environment pushed him to reevaluate his career and personal life. Andrew shares the deeply personal experience of moving home after starting a family, a decision that brought with it significant professional and personal challenges, including the strain on his health due to a high-stress work environment.In our conversation, we dive into the importance of acknowledging and managing emotions, the role of self-awareness in creating meaningful connections, and how to build a work culture that supports well-being and authenticity. Andrew’s journey is a powerful reminder that taking a step back, reflecting, and making intentional changes can lead to profound personal and professional growth.Resources:Connect with Andrew on LinkedInRead: The Culture Code by Daniel CoyleRead: Braving the Wilderness by Brené BrownRead: Extreme Ownership by Jocko WillinkRead: Team dynamics: The five keys to building effective teams - Think with GoogleConnect with me:InstagramLinkedInYouTubeselfatwork.comProduced by NOVA Media