Episode 44 - Burnout and empathy

This week, we talk about burnout: how it builds, how it breaks teams, and how we (as leaders and humans) need to get way better at spotting it. Also, shoutout to Pope Francis for sending a senator to empathy training. If he’s tired of the bullshit, so are we.The HuddleBrett’s prepping for a new panel on explosive career moments, while Greg is mentally checking out under blue skies. Spring is here, but burnout is still top of mind.The ReviewBurnout isn’t just yours to manage—it’s yours to notice Burnout doesn’t show up with warning lights—it simmers quietly, undermining energy, trust, and momentum. This article outlines the phases of team burnout and makes the case for leaders to notice it early (especially in themselves). We talk through where burnout starts, how we’ve missed the signs, and which phase is the hardest to lead through. Spoiler: it’s not the one you think.Also on Same Page this week:Why continuous learning builds resilient teamsHow to build resilient teams through continuous learning and developmentThe AskJoin us for our first-ever live event: The Huddle 🗓 Wednesday, May 7, 2025 🕧 12:30–1:00pm ET Register now—it’s free!The Hit ListWhat we’re reading, writing, watching, and listening to this week:Listening:Folklore: The Long Pond Studio Sessions by Taylor Swift INXS Listen Like Thieves Writing:Open to work is the new tip of the sword When “do what you love” stops loving you back Make no mistake, employees will always be just a line item Leadership lessons from Taylor Swift Watching:Your Friends & Neighbors on Apple TV+ The High FiveHigh five to everyone choosing empathy and compassion over control and burnout. The world needs more of it—especially at work.