Transform Your Workplace

From Burnout to Purpose: Why the Mattering Revolution Starts with You


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John R. Miles, former Fortune 50 executive and military officer, discusses his transformation from corporate success to purposeful living. After experiencing burnout and personal trauma, he developed the "Passion Struck" framework to help people move from lives they "should" be living to lives they "could" be living. He emphasizes that workplace disengagement stems from a "mattering crisis" rather than just workload issues, advocating for intentional leadership focused on helping employees feel valued and significant.

TAKEAWAYS

  • The Real Problem: Workplace burnout is less about workload and more about "worth load" - people feeling invisible and that their work doesn't matter to others.
  • Mosquito Audit: Identify and address the three types of "mosquitoes" in your life - invisible suffocators (negative people), bloodsuckers (boundary destroyers), and energy drains that prevent intentional living.
  • Gardener Leadership: Leaders should be "eyes on, hands off" - providing clear vision and goals while empowering employees to find creative solutions without micromanagement.

A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST 🎙️ Transform Your Workplace, sponsored by Xenium HR Host: Brandon Laws

“The Transform Your Workplace podcast is your go-to source for the latest workplace trends, big ideas, and time-tested methods straight from the mouths of industry experts and respected thought-leaders.” — Brandon Laws

About Xenium HR Xenium HR transforms workplaces by providing expert outsourced HR and payroll services for small and medium-sized businesses. With a people-first approach, Xenium empowers growth by simplifying HR and creating environments where employees thrive. Learn more →

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