Mental Health and Burnout in Talent Acquisition | Relancer Podcast #11

In today's episode, we peek into Mental Health and Burnout in Talent Acquisition with James Peters, Transformational Coach & Talent Acquisition Expert.

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About the guest

James Peters is a Transformational Coach and Talent Acquisition Expert renowned for his work across various industries. James, based in London, has an impressive background highlighted by his roles at Meta and as a Talent Partner at Scede.io, where he developed cutting-edge recruitment strategies and led major talent acquisition projects.

As a certified Jay Shetty Coach, James has been featured in Forbes, Success, and Inc Magazines, bringing a unique blend of personal growth coaching and professional expertise to his clients worldwide.

About the episode

In this episode, Eero and James discuss the topics of mental health, burnout, and stress management in talent acquisition. The conversation goes into personal experiences, signs of burnout, and strategies for prevention. Eero and James discuss the impact of electronic devices, sleep quality, and the importance of setting up morning and evening routines to manage stress and prevent burnout. The conversation covers a range of topics related to preventing and recovering from burnout, including the importance of rest, breathwork, meditation, diet, exercise, and mental health support. It emphasizes the need to monitor and manage stress, build positive habits, and listen to the body's feedback. Eero and James share personal experiences and practical advice for maintaining well-being and recovering from burnout.

Highlights

• Mental health is an important aspect of talent acquisition that should not be overlooked.
• Burnout in talent acquisition can be caused by high pressure, time constraints, and the need to constantly fill roles.
• Setting boundaries, prioritizing tasks, and taking breaks are essential for preventing burnout.
• Having a routine and being present in both work and personal life can contribute to better mental health.
• Individualized approaches to mental health are important, as what works for one person may not work for another. Establish a structured morning and evening routine to set yourself up for success and avoid burnout.
• Monitor your operating habits throughout the day and implement breathwork and meditation to calm your nervous system.
• Maintain a healthy diet, drink enough water, and prioritize tasks to prevent stress and burnout.
• Seek external help, such as therapy or coaching, to unload stress and make positive changes.
• Lower your brainwaves, practice gratitude, engage in positive self-talk, and incorporate laughter into your life to recover from burnout.
• Build and maintain healthy habits, such as exercise, to improve your overall well-being.
• Have somebody who knows how to listen actively and be present for you, and take time off when needed to recharge and prevent burnout.

Topics discussed

00:00 Introduction
02:34 James' Experience with Mental Health
05:02 Eero's Experience with Burnout. Information Overwhelm
09:43 The Main Factors That Contribute to Burnout in Talent Acquisition
20:59 The Importance of Being Present
25:06 The Signs of Burnout
31:46 Setting Up Morning and Evening Routines for Stress Management
38:43 Humans' Programmable Nature
41:07 The Tools to Manage Stress & Prevent Burnout
59:34 Escapism and Coping Mechanisms
01:03:12 The Importance of Having Someone to Truly Listen
01:06:36 The Steps to Recover from Burnout

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