Episode 125: Burnout at Work: Signals, Systems, and Solutions

Burnout isn’t just about being tired — it’s a signal that systems, support, and expectations are out of balance. In this episode, Carl and Tiffany unpack workplace burnout through the lens of workload, resources, and leadership responsibility. They explore why pizza parties and surface-level perks don’t fix exhaustion, how poor communication and unrealistic timelines make things worse, and what real support looks like — from psychological safety and supervision to clearer roles and meaningful autonomy. They also introduce the Professional Quality of Life Scale as a tool for understanding compassion fatigue and sustaining the people doing the work. A grounded conversation about moving from symbolic solutions to systemic change.