Working Conversations

#182: How “Busy Bragging” Sabotages Your Career


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Episode 182: How “Busy Bragging” Sabotages Your Career

In this episode, Dr. Janel Anderson explores the phenomenon of busy bragging or stress bragging, a behavior where individuals boast about their busyness and stress as a badge of honor. Highlighting recent research from the University of Georgia, she discusses the negative impacts of this habit on workplace relationships and career growth. By showcasing real-world data and study findings, Dr. Anderson emphasizes how stress bragging can damage trust, limit collaboration, and lead to burnout. She then offers practical advice for shifting away from this mindset, fostering authentic connections, and focusing on impactful, strategic work. You'll find valuable insights for improving your professional life throughout this episode.

Find show notes at https://janelanderson.com/182

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