Discover how to escape the trap of overwork and reclaim your life with insights from bestselling author and journalist Bridget Schult. In this episode, Bridget shares strategies to combat hustle culture, find balance, and reduce workplace anxiety. She emphasizes the importance of meaningful work, fairness, and cooperation, all while offering real-life examples of individuals and organizations leading the way to healthier work environments. Learn how hybrid work models and intentional productivity can boost both performance and well-being. We also explore how traditional workplace expectations of long hours and constant availability are harming careers and lives. Bridget provides actionable advice on redefining success, focusing on impactful work, and setting boundaries to protect personal time. Whether you're an entrepreneur, employee, or leader, this conversation highlights ways to design work for true fulfillment, making space for relationships, creativity, and joy. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the daily grind, this video is your wake-up call. Start your journey toward a better, more balanced life today! _________________________________- TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Overwork and Balance 1:09 Celebrating Success and Workplace Stress 3:01 The Reality of Hustle Culture 4:50 Balancing Work and Home Life 6:52 Strategies for Reducing Overwork Anxiety 8:45 Defining Good Work with Purpose 10:36 Guest Introduction: Bridget Schult 12:24 How Overwork Impacts Success 14:10 Workplace Fairness and Cooperation 18:26 Hybrid Work and Productivity Insights 23:08 The Problem with Always-On Work 29:25 Breaking Free from Workaholism 34:45 Solutions for Sustainable Success 40:20 Final Takeaways on Work-Life Balance 1:03:00 Thoughts and Book Details #WorkLifeBalance #OverworkSolutions #HustleCulture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices