Professional Services Culture is Broken – Stop wearing burnout as a badge (EP20)

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The Business BFF with the Women's Accountant

Emma Bowdler, The Women's Accountant

22 episodes

20 hours ago

Welcome to the Business BFF, the podcast where fierce and fabulous business women come together for the kind of real talk and honest advice only your besties would give. I'm your host, Emma Bowdler, founder of The Women's Accountant, and I'm here to help you navigate the wild world of business, finance, and life, whether you're scaling up Starting fresh or just need a pep talk from someone who gets it, you're in the right place. So grab your favourite bevy and get comfy. It's time for a chat with your business BFFs.

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Professional Services Culture is Broken – Stop wearing burnout as a badge (EP20)

The Business BFF with the Women's Accountant

12 minutes 41 seconds

2 months ago

Professional Services Culture is Broken – Stop wearing burnout as a badge (EP20)

In this episode, host Emma Bowdler, founder of The Women's Accountant, challenges the traditional professional services culture that equates long hours and physical presence with professional value. Through personal anecdotes and alarming industry statistics on burnout, the host argues that this mentality is driving talented individuals away from professions like law, accounting, and allied health. Advocating for a balanced work-life approach, the host shares insights on setting boundaries, choosing energising clients, and redefining success. The episode calls for a shift in mindset to prioritise sustainable success without sacrificing personal well-being.

00:00 Introduction and Personal Story

01:12 The Toxic Culture of Professional Services

03:51 The Impact on Future Professionals

05:12 Choosing a Different Path

05:29 The Glorified Job Trap

07:35 Working Differently

09:27 What Needs to Change