With 19 years in the disability sector, Brett Sams has seen it all — from the overwhelming early days of community care to becoming a behavior support practitioner shaping workplace wellbeing. In this conversation, Brett shares how personal experiences influenced his career, why understanding behavior triggers is essential, and how collaborative support plans can change lives.

We dive into the real talk on burnout, why men in the sector struggle to open up about self-care, and how building a toolbox of wellbeing strategies can protect workers and improve company culture. Whether you’re a support worker, team leader, or provider, this episode will remind you why looking after yourself is just as important as looking after others.

✨ Takeaways:

• Collaborative care = better support outcomes

• Self-care looks different for everyone

• Corporate wellbeing programs can shift workplace culture