#035 The Re-ignition Pause | Briony Liber

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First Love Yourself.

Episode 9 of a series of podcasts on taking conscious breaks from work.

In this episode, Petro du Pisani speaks to career and leadership coach Briony Liber about her sabbatical after 25 years in the corporate world. She took a sabbatical after experiencing burnout due to a lifetime of not managing boundaries, overworking, and people-pleasing.

Briony shares her journey of self-reflection through baking, traveling, journaling, and studying coaching. Briony highlights the importance of work-life balance, setting boundaries, and taking breaks before getting to the point of burnout.

After her break, Briony reinvented herself as a coach and business owner. Her story underscores the value of purposeful time off for personal and professional growth.
Chapters
  • 01:39 Briony's decision to take a sabbatical
  • 04:59 Briony's sabbatical experience
  • 31:17 Re-entering the Workforce
  • 33:55 Lessons learned and avoiding burnout
28 Oct 2024 English South Africa Business · Management

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