How to Lead Through Chaos Without Burning Out

This week on Hello Monday, host Jessi Hempel chats with FutureThink CEO, bestselling author and LinkedIn Learning instructor Lisa Bodell in a live episode recorded during LinkedIn’s Learning Day. Together, they dive into how to thrive in today’s fast-changing workplace, from navigating chaos to cutting unnecessary tasks, all while staying focused on what truly matters.

Lisa, the author of Why Simple Wins, unpacks how embracing simplicity, prioritizing meaningful work, and practicing empathy can help you regain control of your day, overcome burnout, and rediscover joy at work.

Key takeaways from this episode:

The difference between managing chaos and leading through change
Why eliminating low-value tasks makes space for high-impact work
How to reframe outdated workplace habits and encourage fresh thinking
Strategies to prevent burnout and adapt in fast-moving environments
Whether you’re a leader or team member, this conversation will equip you with actionable strategies to simplify your workflow and thrive professionally.

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00:00 - Intro: Change everywhere
03:46 - Breaking the shame cycle at work
05:58 - Creating time that counts
07:50 - Who wants to kill a stupid rule?
09:48 - The busyness trap
12:17 - Mastering trade-offs
14:26 - Mindset exercises for innovation
16:36 - Building empathy through agility
21:04 - Critical human skills in the age of AI
23:56 - The cure for burnout
27:02 - Final takeaways