Episode 81 – Burnout-Proof Leading: Changing the World with Energy to Spare

Special Guest: Dr. Katherine M. Sauer

Host: Christian F. Johnson | The Elevate IT Podcast

Are you a purpose-driven leader feeling the weight of burnout? Wondering how to keep showing up with energy, impact, and authenticity — without sacrificing your well-being?

In this powerful conversation, Dr. Katherine M. Sauer, founder of Burnout Proof Leaders, joins us to explore how to lead from your core, manage energy wisely, and change the world with energy to spare. If you're tired of the hustle culture and ready to thrive with clarity, purpose, and rest, this episode is for you.

We dive into:

• Signs of early burnout (before it gets serious)
• Why hustle culture is outdated for conscious leaders
• How to reframe rest as a strength, not a weakness
• Practical habits to prevent burnout and elevate your leadership
• What it really means to “lead from your core”

✨ Dr. Katie’s Resources & Links:

▶️ Insight Timer Meditations for Workday Wellness:

https://insighttimer.com/yogiconomist

📺 Burnout Proof Leaders on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@BurnoutProofLeaders/

📘 Sign up for Dr. Katie’s upcoming book:

https://katherinesauer.com/frictionless.html

📄 Download the free Blueprint for Workday Well-Being:

https://go.burnoutproofleaders.com/blueprint/

🔗 Follow Burnout Proof Leaders on LinkedIn:

https://linkedin.com/company/burnout-proof-leaders/

🔗 Connect with Dr. Katherine M. Sauer on LinkedIn:

https://linkedin.com/in/katherinesauer/

📘 Get Christian’s new book:

When You’re Speaking, But Still Silent: Reclaiming Your Voice in a World That Rewards Performance Over Presence

📖 Available now on Amazon → https://a.co/d/34W67E4

🌐 Learn more and join the Elevate IT community at:

https://www.IamChristianFJohnson.com

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🙏🏾 May good, great, and awesomeness continue to flow to and through you.

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