How to Stop Burnout Before It Becomes Turnover
January is one of the highest turnover months of the year — not because people want new jobs, but because leaders miss the warning signs in December. In this episode we break down how to recognize burnout, re-engage your team, and plan for staffing success in the new year.
Whether you lead a small team or a growing company, this episode gives you the tools and mindset to prevent burnout, boost retention, and build stronger connections heading into 2026.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ The top reasons employees quit in January — and how to prevent it
✅ Simple ways to recognize and re-engage your team before the holidays
✅ How to hold effective “stay conversations” that strengthen loyalty
✅ Why clarity and recognition are your best retention tools
✅ How to plan staffing and training for Q1 growth
✅ The R.A.P. framework — Recognize, Ask, Plan — for keeping people engaged year-round
Leadership Challenge:
Before the year ends, schedule one 15-minute “stay conversation” with each of your top performers. Don’t script it — just listen. Ask what’s working, what’s not, and what they’d love to see next year. Then, act on what you hear. That small step could make the biggest difference in January.
Resources Mentioned:
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The Mindful Leader Course Group Cohort— starts January 14th! https://www.lftconsult.com/the-mindful-leader-group-cohort
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Executive & Leadership Coaching - https://www.lftconsult.com/coaching
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