Burnout: The hidden risk in high-performance work, with Dr Carly Shrever and Sally Ryan

from Building Tomorrow · host Society of Construction Law Australia

Dr Carly Shrever is a lawyer, psychologist and empirical researcher. Sally Ryan is a psychologist and family therapist. Both are Directors at Human Ethos, which helps lawyers experience greater satisfaction and wellbeing in their work.  In this episode, Carly and Sally unpack stress and burnout in high-pressure industries like construction and law. Speaking with host Maona Matanda, the duo explores why stress isn’t always harmful, how burnout develops, and why “busyness” culture can mask early warning signs. The conversation also offers practical strategies – from managing self-talk and setting boundaries to recognising physical and emotional red flags – and highlights leaders’ roles in fostering psychologically safe workplaces.  If this episode raises issues for you, or if you need to speak to somebody, contact Lifeline at 13 11 14 for 24/7 crisis support or Beyond Blue at 1300 22 4636.  Resources and links: Sally Ryan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sally-ryan-b320b995/   Carly Schrever on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carly-schrever-phd-b0034642/   Human Ethos: https://www.humanethos.com.au/   Connect: The Society of Construction Law Australia website: https://www.scl.org.au/ The Society of Construction Law Australia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/society-of-construction-law-australia/ Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast series are those of the individual contributors and are not necessarily endorsed by the Society of Construction Law Australia (SoCLA). The content is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, professional, or other advice. Listeners should consider their own circumstances and seek appropriate advice from qualified professionals before acting on any information contained in this podcast. This show is produced in collaboration with SoundCartel. Visit soundcartel.com.au for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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