The Modern Manager

Mamie Kanfer Stewart

Host Mamie Kanfer Stewart shares practical approaches to help you be a great manager. Learn more at: https://themodernmanager.com/ Solo episodes are like mini-courses, providing actionable tips based on experience and research. Guest episodes are engaging conversations that elicit insights and suggestions for how to apply the ideas. Learn more about effective meeting practices, communication skills, managing conflict, team building, time management, group dynamics, goal setting and accountability, team competencies, productivity and collaboration technologies, organizational culture, and more. Be sure to follow the podcast on your favorite platform so you never miss a new episode!

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The Modern Manager

Episodes (413)

Apr 28th 405: The Hidden Causes Of Burnout (And How To Fix Them Before It's Too Late) - Part 1
Apr 21st 404: How to Spot and Stop Toxic Workplace Culture with Aoife O’Brien
Apr 14th 403: How To Escape The Either/Or Trap And Make Better Decisions

The Modern Manager

Apr 28, 2026
12¾ minutes
10 MB

Most managers assume burnout is caused by one thing: workload. But in reality, burnout is rarely that simple. It’s usually the result of multiple hidden workplace dynamics that quietly drain energy over time long before anyone officially burns out. In this episode, I break down six overlooked causes of burnout that show up in everyday leadership decisions, from false urgency and unfair treatment to relentless change, limited growth, and feeling undercompensated. You’ll also learn how to recognize early warning signs of burnout, unde...

The Modern Manager

405: The Hidden Causes Of Burnout (And How To Fix Them Before It's Too Late) - Part 1

Mamie Kanfer Stewart

00:00 -10:56