Ep151 - Shift Worker Burnout with Emma Seymour

About this episode

This episode discusses the challenges of shift work and employee wellbeing with insights from Emma Seymour, CFO of Deputy.

This conversation delves into the challenges and insights surrounding shift work, highlighting the importance of employee wellbeing, the role of technology in workforce management and the emerging trend of poly employment. Emma Seymour, the CFO of Deputy, shares valuable insights from the Shift Pulse Report, emphasising the need for clarity, control and support for shift workers. The discussion also touches on the future of work, the impact of AI and the specific challenges faced by industries like healthcare. Key Takeaways Shift work is a critical aspect of the global workforce. The Shift Pulse Report reveals significant stress among shift workers. Lack of control over schedules is a major source of stress. Poly employment is becoming increasingly common among workers. Healthcare workers face unique challenges and high burnout rates. The future of work will likely involve more flexibility and technology integration. Resources Deputy: https://www.deputy.com/au Shift Pulse Report: https://www.deputy.com/au/insights/shift-pulse-report-2025 Connect with Emma Seymour on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-seymour-375131116/

People in this episode

Host: Tom Bosna

Guest: Emma Seymour

Topics covered

• shift work
• employee wellbeing
• workforce management
• poly employment
• burnout
• future of work
• AI impact

Keywords

• shift worker burnout
• employee wellbeing
• workforce management
• poly employment
• AI in work
• healthcare challenges
• Shift Pulse Report

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Deputy, Shift Pulse Report

Places: Australia, healthcare

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