93 - Creating Cadence - The Hidden Hustle Tax

In Episode 93 of Creating Cadence, Mich Bondesio explores why burnout can keep happening at work — and why it’s not a personal failure.Building on the themes of Burning Bright (ep. 91) and The Myth of More (ep. 92), this episode zooms out to examine the invisible architecture of overwork. From hustle culture and digital distraction to decision fatigue and the “infinite workday,” Mich unpacks the hidden tax modern leaders are paying — not in money, but in attention.This episode introduces a powerful concept: your attention ratio — the measure of deep, high-value work versus reactive, fragmented busyness.In this episode:Why you’re not brokenThe invisible architecture of overworkThe hidden hustle tax and the erosion of attentionDecision fatigue and its impact on leadership qualityDigital whiplash and context switchingThe trap of “always on” cultureHow to measure your attention ratioFour evidence-based practices to reclaim focusKey insight: Protecting your attention isn’t indulgent. It’s self-leadership.Links & Resources:Substack: https://creatingcadence.substack.comWebsite: https://creatingcadence.coBook: https://thecadenceeffect.comProduced by Bondesio Media. Edited on Descript. Season Music from Changing Their Minds, (Premium Beat) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.