Meeting planners and event professionals are expected to deliver flawless experiences, manage constant pressure and stay calm behind the scenes, no matter what happens. They work long and odd hours, spend many weekends and days onsite and are often expected to be available for clients 24/7. That need to be “always on” can take an emotional and physical toll on event professionals, but it’s rarely talked about openly and honestly, especially with those just entering the industry.

In this episode of Eventualists, co-hosts Hannah Elston and Taylor Smith are joined by ELX Head of Content Chloe Richardson to explore why burnout has become such a common experience in events, what causes it, how to identify it and why we shouldn’t be afraid or ashamed to talk about it. In the business events industry, there is a culture of overextension that can quietly shape early careers, but the Eventualists are here to pull back the curtain on the risk that comes with overworking yourself in a high-performance industry, especially when you’re just getting started.