Episode 00: Why Charity Leaders Burn Out & Why This Podcast Exists

Before the episodes proper, this is the one that explains why this podcast exists — and why it’s different from every other leadership podcast out there. If you’ve ever wondered why the advice you’ve been given hasn’t worked, why you know what you should be doing differently but can’t seem to do it, or why the charity sector feels so uniquely relentless, this episode is the place to start.  What we cover in this episode Why the charity sector creates a perfect storm for burnout, and why it’s not that you’re not resilient enough The three forces that interact to place senior leaders at risk: sector pressures, resource environment, and the values that brought you here Why waiting until crisis is too late, and why prevention has to be the strategy Why run-of-the-mill leadership tips don’t create lasting change, and what needs to happen instead What this podcast will explore, and who it’s for  Timestamps 0:00 — Welcome and introduction 1:00 — The perfect storm: why the sector sets leaders up for burnout 4:00 — Why waiting until crisis is too late 6:00 — What this podcast is — and what it isn’t 8:30 — Who this podcast is for 9:30 — What’s coming next  Key takeaway The patterns that keep senior leaders stuck, overworking, the struggle to let go and delegate, the feeling of never doing enough are rooted in beliefs, values, and how we understand what it means to be a good leader. Until those beliefs are examined, practical tips alone won’t create lasting change. That’s what this podcast is here to do.  Resources and links Book a free discovery call: clearseacoaching.co.uk/lets-talk Download free resources: clearseacoaching.co.uk Join the weekly newsletter ‘Live well, lead well’: clearseacoaching.co.uk Connect on LinkedIn & Instagram  Research referenced in this episode CharityJob Expectations and Values at Work Survey — 78% of charity workers reported feeling emotionally exhausted or burnt out at least sometimes.  Coming up next Episode 1: Why You Can’t Stop Firefighting (And What to Do About It). We start with one of the most universal experiences senior charity leaders bring to coaching, and explore why the usual advice fails to stick.  About Alex Nunn Alex is a psychologist specialising in helping charity leaders create sustainable, fulfilling careers. With 20 years of experience in the charity sector, Alex offers executive coaching, team coaching, and organisational consultancy.