Hannah Holden

The top 3 things to stress consultants out: 1. Too much work (juggling multiple clients, different projects and stakeholders etc.) 2. Not enough work (too much time on the bench can feel 😬) 3. Wrong type of work (you're placed into a role that just doesn't fit your skillset, you feel like you're faking it and yet you know you could add SO much value in the right role) What would you add to the list? Would a podcast episode taking a deep dive into these be helpful? Let me know your thoughts #consultinglife #stressful #burnoutprevention #wellbeingatwork #stress #stressmanagement #consultancy #consulting #consultants

Management Consulting is inherently stressful

Manamgement Consulting is inherently stressful! But that's ok. We just need to learn to navigate the challenges and know when to roll your sleeves up and just get stuff done and when to start looking into "how did we get here?" and "What went wrong?". Sometimes it's hard to get perspective because our sympathetic nervous system (active when we're stressed) isn't made for perspective - it's all about the details! To get perspective we need to activate our parasympathetic nervous system. And if you want a my best tips and techniques in your toolkit so that you can get perspective when you need it simply write "toolkit" in the comments below. Let me know what you think. Hannah x #burnoutisntnecessary #burnoutprevention #stressmanagement #NavigatingChallenges

Ever have one of those calls where you're getting increasingly frustrated by the direction of travel?! We all have those moments sometimes. And yet we also want to come across as sane, reasonable human beings right?! That's where my Essential Toolkit for management consultants comes in. You'll get my top tips for how to access your inner calm in an instant and show up in the way you desire and design. Because we don't have to be at the mercy of our emotions and frustrations! Link in comments

You can’t think yourself calm: What happens when you tell yourself to calm down? Or better still when someone else tells you to calm down? I know, it doesn't work right?! However, we can use the physical body to calm the mind. There are many ways to do this and that's what episode 18 is all about. I share ways you too can regulate your nervous system and some of the scientific theory behind how this works. Most importantly I give some hands-on experiences of this to try out as you listen. DM me/ add comment if you're interested in getting your hands on more hacks for instant calm. #instantcalm #wellbeingatwork #wellbeing #bodymindconnection #nervoussystemregulation

Want to know how to use your body to change your mind and emotions? Listen to my latest podcast episode it's called Unlock Instant Calm: How to use the body to calm the mind.

The WHO define burnout as a syndrome conceptualized as resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed. It is characterized by three dimensions: - feelings of energy depletion or exhaustion; - increased mental distance from one’s job, or feelings of negativism or cynicism related to one's job; and - reduced professional efficacy. I begin to explain what these mean in this video and provided more details in my podcast this week (episode no. 17) - DM me if you'd like a link. I really enjoyed my chat with Daniel Goodstein & Carlos Alvarenga. Make sure you catch the recording of The Digital Leader Show for the full conversation. Coincidentally I covered the definition and symptoms of burnout in a short 7 min episode in my own podcast this week (episode 17) - DM me for more details. #DigitalLeadership #burnout #avoidburnout #mentalwellbeing #wellbeingatwork #managementconsulting #techindustry #ITConsulting #TechLeadership #TechLeaders #DigitalLeaders

Digital Leader Show

Talking about Corporate Burnout

Burnout Symptoms

Did you know that there are 3 dimensions to burnout? The area most people think about is exhaustion: physical, mental and emotional. The areas that are less talked about are cynicism and a reduced sense of efficacy. Cynicism is negativity. This can show up as criticism but also in a loss of enjoyment for things that you once loved and withdrawal. The reduced sense of efficacy is feeling like the task is too big, it’s impossible, you’re not making a difference any more or you can’t make a difference. In today’s mini episode on my podcast I am answering questions like: What does burnout feel like? What does burnout look like? It’s Episode 17: “Burnout mini-series: What does burnout look & feel like?” This episode is packed full of information about burnout, how to spot it in yourself and in others. And is only 10 minutes long! We’ve touched on these topics in earlier episodes but today I’ve condensed the key points into just 10 minutes so you have a go-to to answer these questions. Here's the link, DM me if you need anything: https://hannahholden.co.uk/017 Share this episode with others who you think would benefit from a deeper understanding of how to spot burnout either in themself or in others. #burnoutprevention #burnoutisntnecessary #burnout #burnoutrecovery

I wanted to try journaling but I was worried I'd do it wrong. Do I get the benefits if I do it wrong? What’s the difference between journaling and other types of writing? Are there certain things unique to journaling? Perhaps this is you too? By the end of this week’s podcast episode (#012) we will have cleared up all these questions and you will be confident in using this powerful tool to support your wellbeing. Some of the more obvious benefits of journaling include a boost in your mindfulness, memory and communication skills. Other studies have linked journaling to better sleep, a stronger immune system, more self-confidence and a higher I.Q. I’ve spoken to burnout survivors who report that journaling was a key tool in their recovery. And I have recently reflected upon which of my wellbeing practices I would least like to give up: Journaling is the one that helps me deeply understand myself and my emotions and gives me a private avenue to let it all go, allowing me to show up as the best version of myself, even when times are tough - and lately my family and I have been having some pretty tough times. In today’s episode I give you the lowdown on how to journal and describe 5 ways you can get started with journaling. There’s also a free download with this episode to help guide and motivate you with your new journaling habit. In the words of Tim Ferris: “I don’t journal to ‘be productive.’ I don’t do it to find great ideas or to put down prose I can later publish. The pages aren’t intended for anyone but me. It’s the most cost-effective therapy I’ve ever found.” Happy journaling everyone Hannah x PS: There's a free download of journaling prompts to help you reconsider your stress mindset that I created to accompany this episode. You'll find all the links you need if you go to the link in my Bio. PPS: DM me if you can't find what you're looking for - more than happy to help