Thursday Aug 01, 2024
Bonus: Update with Dr. Susan Landers — Defeating Burnout for Working Mothers
Guest: Dr. Susan Landers
Original Episode: Episode 213 - June 2023
Guest Bio: Dr. Susan Landers is an experienced neonatologist, author, and speaker who focuses on balancing a demanding medical career with motherhood. In her previous episode, we discussed her book "So Many Babies: My Life Balancing a Busy Medical Career and Motherhood."
Summary: In this update episode, Mark Graban welcomes back Dr. Susan Landers to discuss her latest work, an eBook titled Defeating Burnout: A Guide for Working Mothers. Dr. Landers shares insights on how her new book builds upon her previous memoir, focusing specifically on the issue of burnout among working mothers.
Key Points:
- Introduction to New Book: Dr. Landers introduces her new eBook, explaining its focus on the prevalence of burnout among working mothers and her personal experiences with burnout at different stages of her career.
- Content and Structure: The eBook includes practical advice, checklists to identify burnout, descriptions of signs and symptoms, and effective recovery processes. It also provides strategies for preventing burnout from recurring.
- Practical Examples: Dr. Landers shares personal anecdotes and examples throughout the book to make it more relatable and practical for readers.
- Availability: The eBook, Defeating Burnout: A Guide for Working Mothers, is exclusively available on her website, along with additional resources like checklists and wellness journals.
Discussion Highlights:
- Balancing Career and Motherhood: Dr. Landers discusses the challenges of balancing a demanding career with motherhood and how her experiences have shaped her approach to dealing with burnout.
- Addressing Burnout: The conversation delves into the importance of recognizing burnout early, recovery strategies, and long-term prevention techniques.
- Preventing Recurrence: The book also addresses how to make better choices to prevent burnout from happening again, both professionally and personally.
Additional Resources:
- Dr. Susan Landers' Website - Find the eBook, Defeating Burnout: A Guide for Working Mothers, along with other resources.
Quotes:
- "It's not just about recovery; it's about preventing the same problem from occurring again." - Dr. Susan Landers
- "We learn a lot from our best mistakes at work." - Mark Graban
Connect with Dr. Susan Landers:
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