Burnout, Stress, and Staying Resilient: The Federal Workforce in 2025
The FM Talent Blueprint Podcast by Narvela Cook
Episode notes
Burnout is more than a buzzword—it’s the lived reality of today’s federal workforce. In this special edition of The FM Talent Blueprint, FM Talent CEO Dawn Hendricks takes an honest look at the mental and emotional toll of 2025’s federal workplace challenges—downsizing, clearance delays, uncertainty, and nonstop change.
Through relatable stories, data, and heartfelt insight, Dawn explores how burnout shows up, how to protect your energy, and what leaders can do to build workplaces that truly support their people.
💡 In this episode:
- The data behind burnout in the federal space
- Real stories from employees feeling the strain
- Practical strategies to reset and recharge
- How leaders can foster resilience, not exhaustion
This one’s for every professiona ...
Keywords
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