I Hate It Here S9 E1: I'm Burnt Out, Now What? with Eva Bak
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Jul 21, 2025 Eva Bak, a strategic people leader with expertise in talent acquisition and inclusive practices, discusses the widespread epidemic of burnout, particularly within HR. She shares her personal experiences and highlights the emotional labor and dual roles HR professionals face, balancing support with enforcement. Eva emphasizes the importance of community, self-care, and recognizing signs of burnout, while advocating for a healthier work culture. Listeners will resonate with her insights on navigating emotional challenges and fostering support in the workplace.
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HR’s Isolation Exacerbates Burnout
- HR often lacks peer support to vent due to confidentiality and isolation.
- This leads to emotional buildup as HR professionals carry others' problems without release.
HR's Dual Loyalty Burden
- HR professionals live a dual loyalty to employees and business causing loneliness.
- They constantly mediate between conflicting interests, creating emotional strain unique to HR roles.
Positive Feedback Can Signal Burnout
- Employees may shield managers by giving neutral or overly positive feedback when lacking trust.
- This can be a subtle warning sign of employee burnout or poor support.