In episode 151, Coffey talks with Kelly Bubolz about the causes of burnout and how to address it within an organization.

They discuss the distinction between burnout and stress; the factors contributing to burnout in industries like hospitality and among remote workers; the changing work environment leading to increased burnout; the shift away from grind culture in younger generations; the organizational costs of burnout; signs of burnout in employees; and strategies for leaders to prevent burnout among their teams.

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About our Guest:

Kelly Bubolz, a motivational and professional speaker, author, and dedicated trainer with over 17 years of strategic leadership in Human Resources. Throughout her career journey, Kelly has embraced the invaluable lessons life has presented, trusting in the process of growth and adaptation. 

Combining theory and experience, Kelly delivers transformative programs that engage energy and productivity while preventing burnout. 

Her journey began as a quest for physical healing but evolved into a deep exploration of the human condition, identification of controllable activities, sustainable habits, and the practice of self-discovery. 

Today, Kelly shares her wealth of knowledge and empowers you to navigate the complexities of modern life with resilience and purpose.

Kelly Bubolz can be reached at

https://www.kbtrainingconnections.com 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-bubolz-73b65011

About Mike Coffey:

Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, human resources professional, licensed private investigator, and HR consultant.

In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations firm helping risk-averse companies make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.

Today, Imperative serves hundreds of businesses across the US and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.

Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence and has twice been named HR Professional of the Year.

Additionally, Imperative has been named the Texas Association of Business’ small business of the year and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association.

Mike is a member of the Fort Worth chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization and volunteers with the SHRM Texas State Council.

Mike maintains his certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute. He is also a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP).

Mike lives in Fort Worth with his very patient wife. He practices yoga and maintains a keto diet, about both of which he will gladly tell you way more than you want to know.

Learning Objectives:

1. Differentiate between burnout and stress in the workplace context.

2. Identify key factors contributing to burnout in hospitality and remote work sectors.

3. Develop strategies for leaders to prevent and address employee burnout effectively.