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579. From Burnout to Balance: A Roadmap for Nonprofit Leaders in "Busy is a Four-Letter Word" - Kishshana Palmer


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Meet Kishshana. With over 25 years in the social sector as an international speaker, trainer, and coach, she’s dedicated her career to helping individuals and organizations reach their highest potential. Her new book "Busy Is a Four Letter Word", dropping Dec. 12th, calls out the toxic culture of busyness and lays out a five-star wellness plan covering everything from emotional health to community care💖 In this convo, we dive into how we can ditch the grind, prioritize our well-being, and build workplaces where vulnerability and support thrive 🤝 Tune in for real talk on leading with compassion and living a healthier, more fulfilling life.  

💡 Learn

  • Why you need to rethink your approach to busyness
  • How to implement a holistic five-star wellness plan
  • The importance of fostering a culture of openness, empathy, and support 

Today’s Guest
Kishshana Palmer, CEO, ManageMint

Episode Highlights

  • Kishana’s journey to writing her book “Busy is a Four Letter Word” (2:55)
  • Exploring the Concept of Busyness (7:40)
  • Rethink Method (13:40)
  • The Five Star Wellness Plan (26:20)
  • Creating a Supportive Work Environment (32:40)
  • A powerful moment of philanthropy in Kish’s life (39:10)
  • Kish’s One Good Thing: Work-life integration (41:55)
  • How to connect with Kish and get her new book (43:25)


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