Breaking the Burnout Cycle: Finding Joy and Purpose in Your Work -73

About this episode

This episode discusses overcoming burnout and finding joy in work with Dr. Laura Suttin.

Ever feel guilty for putting yourself first at work or in life? Tune into this enlightening episode of the Marli Williams Podcast with Dr. Laura Suttin, a board-certified physician, coach, and speaker who challenges society’s productivity-focused mindset. Together with Marli Williams, she explores how leaders, entrepreneurs, and change makers can create fulfilling lives—without guilt. Whether you struggle with setting boundaries, work-from-home distractions, or feeling you need to “do it all,” this conversation spotlights essential shifts in culture, self-care, and permission. Discover fresh perspectives on balancing ambition with well-being, why it’s human to need rest, and practical strategies that celebrate both your wins and your recovery days. If you crave meaningful work and want tips to lead without burning out, this episode is for you. Dr. Laura Suttin is a physician, executive coach, consultant, podcaster, and author who speaks nationally on creating healthcare systems where clinicians and leaders can thrive. As the founder of Purposeful MD and host of the Designing Healthcare That Cares podcast, Dr. Suttin helps organizations reimagine healthcare culture through…

People in this episode

Host: Marli Williams

Guest: Dr. Laura Suttin

Topics covered

• burnout
• self-care
• leadership
• work-life balance
• productivity
• well-being

Keywords

• burnout
• self-care
• leadership
• work-life balance
• productivity
• well-being
• Dr. Laura Suttin

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Purposeful MD, Designing Healthcare That Cares

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