In high-stakes organisations, being "always on" is often treated as a badge of honour. But at what cost? In this episode, we move past the buzzwords of "work-life balance" to hear the raw, honest stories of professionals who hit a breaking point. From the hidden signs of burnout to the difficult steps toward reclaiming their personal identity, these are the stories of the people behind the performance.
Chapters in this episode
Graphic Designer
Design with Purpose: Navigating Design, Big Tech, and Volunteering
“I want to leave the world a better place by offering my skills.”
Digital Technologist at Meta
Building Realities: Pi Bada's Career in VR
“I used to tell my manager, a dragon cannot get burned. It turns out, I was wrong. I was not a dragon, I was a person, and it's not fire—it's work.”