Lisa Hammett

A couple weeks ago I attended a women’s conference.  One of the conference presentations was a panel discussion.  The facilitator asked the panelists if they believed that work/life balance was a myth? Here are my thoughts… Having a perfectly balanced life is unattainable.  Either work or life will take priority.  With that said, it is […]

Addressing Burnout in Healthcare: A Leadership Perspective For the first time since 2020, physician burnout has dropped below 50%.  According to a recent study by the American Medical Association (AMA), 48% of physicians surveyed by the AMA, reported feeling burned out.  Despite the improvement, burnout among healthcare professionals continues to be at critical levels. Based […]

Understanding the Stress-Inflammation Connection: Navigating the Hazards of Silent Inflammation The term burnout may be overused, but burnout in the workplace is still prevalent. According to a 2023 study, burnout in the business sector was described as a silent epidemic that very few are prepared for.  Research showed that a whopping 62% of employees reported […]

Celebrating National Wellness Month: The Vital Importance of Self-Care August is National Wellness Month, a perfect time to focus on enhancing our health and well-being. In our fast-paced, stressful lives, it’s essential to prioritize self-care. Self-care is a set of deliberate and proactive actions that individuals take to promote their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.  […]

Identifying a Toxic Work Environment No matter how much you are making, your peace of mind should always come first. In an ideal world, you would look forward to going to work, but the reality is often not so rosy. Sometimes, things can turn sour, and the negativity around you can reach a point where […]

Prioritizing Mental Health While Looking for a Job: Tips and Strategies Searching for a job is a full-time job and can be incredibly stressful and time consuming. The pressure to find the right opportunity, the uncertainty of the market, and the repetitive cycle of applications and interviews can take a toll on mental health. It’s […]