In this episode, I dive into the art of rebuilding from burnout, focusing on how leaders can craft sustainable models for their personal lives and businesses. Through a compelling conversation with Zillow’s Chief People Officer and insights drawn from years of working with leaders and organizations, I offer a roadmap for achieving scalability without sacrificing sustainability.
Building sustainable practices isn’t about settling; it’s about creating the capacity to grow without burnout.
Repeatability is a prerequisite for scalability. If your methods aren’t sustainable or repeatable, they won’t scale effectively.
Stop looking outward at others for benchmarks. Instead, reflect inward to align your leadership and life with what truly matters to you.
Your leadership, work habits, and personal life must be sustainable. From your work hours to self-care routines, the goal is long-term consistency.
Zillow, a multi-billion-dollar company, demonstrates the power of modeling sustainable practices from the top. Its leadership prioritizes work-life balance, showing that scalability doesn’t have to come at the cost of burnout.
Using tools like the influence appraisal and EPS matrix, I discuss how leaders can assess their leadership costs and evaluate whether their methods are sustainable for long-term success.
Drawing from Zillow’s strategy, I emphasize the importance of maintaining a balance between the drive for growth and the need for stability.
Rebuilding from burnout requires courage and intentionality. It’s about stepping back, reflecting on what’s sustainable, and realigning your practices to serve your long-term goals. Leadership isn’t just about success metrics—it’s about building a life and business that deeply reflect your values and purpose.
