Burnout rates among leaders range from 40% to a staggering 83%. So it's likely that you are feeling that crispy edge of overwhelm, exhaustion, or cycle of stuck, too.

Nobody wants it, and yet we're all living like this. The truth is we don't have to, but the solution isn't work harder or even maximize your time. One surprising part of the solution? Play.

In this episode of The Joyosity™ Podcast, we’re unpacking the surprising AND science-backed solution that will boost your productivity, creativity, and resilience. Listen for the real-life stories from leaders struggling, my own moment of brain fog before a keynote, and why play isn’t just for kids. I'm telling you, it’s your secret leadership advantage.

Plus, I introduce the eight Play Personalities, what they look like as expertise in your work, and how to discover yours so you can transform the way you work.

Grab the quiz and the cheat codes for all the types: https://jennwhitmer.com/play-quiz

Dr. Stuart Brown reminds us all, "The opposite of play isn't work. It's depression." So let's play and create more productivity and joy at work.

Listen now, and don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

Here’s what we talked about:

2:40 Why working harder won’t fix burnout

4:43 How much of a problem is burnout for leaders and how to stop feeling overwhelmed

7:38 What neuroscience tells us about play and productivity

12:14 Forced fun doesn’t work

15:30 How play styles help you understand your hidden expertise

16:10 The Eight Play Personalities and their leadership strengths

26:22 How to Find Your Play Personality that Powers Productivity for you and your team Take the Quiz https://jennwhitmer.com/play-quiz!

Links/ Resources:

The Free 99 Step: Play Personality Quiz https://jennwhitmer.com/play-quiz There are eight play personalities. Find your main play style and discover how to use your style to be a better leader, collaborate more efficiently, and have more joy at work.

Ready to Make a Plan:

Joyosity Jumpstart https://jennwhitmer.com/jumpstart If you’re ready to stop leading from survival mode and lead with connection and joy, the Joyosity™ Jumpstart Session https://jennwhitmer.acemlnb.com/lt.php?x=3TxtmrUFUqPUT55qA3P3hOdr~a-jjAT0w-xlk5HEIFnKDXV8y_xGh.ae3HVViwBfx1K2Z5UWKXOd954KzNLKUr is for you. Clarify what you want, where you are, and what’s getting in the way so you can make a real plan.

Starting the Journey:

Enneagram Navigator http://jennwhitmer.com/enneagram-typing Walk through the process to identify your Enneagram type — accurately! But then also know what does that mean in your every day life.

Ready to Dive In:

1:1 Joyosity Leadership Intensive https://jennwhitmer.com/intensive Work on your leadership stories, mindset, values, and alignment with Jenn 1:1 when it fits your schedule. Five spots available in November and December 2024.

Book Jenn to Speak - Check Availability and Topics https://jennwhitmer.com/speaking

Let’s bring this to help your team collaborate and engage (and bring the joy!) Let’s talk about a customized event for your organization.

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