EP 52: Working Parents, Burnout & Why Their Wellbeing Is Everyone’s Business with Dr Rosina McAlpine

Описание: Summary
In this conversation, Dr. Rosina McAlpine discusses the increasing stress and burnout faced by working parents, emphasising the need for organisations to provide better support. She highlights the importance of understanding the division of labour at home, the difference between equity and equality in the workplace, and the necessity of leadership training to foster empathy. Dr. McAlpine also offers individual strategies for parents to navigate their work-life balance and outlines best practices from organisations that successfully support their employees. In this conversation, Dr. Rosina McAlpine discusses the importance of creating a family-friendly workplace culture, the responsibility of organisations to support working parents, and the societal implications of neglecting this demographic. She emphasises the need for targeted programs, corporate social responsibility, and the return on investment for supporting working parents. The discussion also covers practical tips for mothers to maintain their well-being and the importance of empowering working parent champions within organisations.

Takeaways 
Working parents are at the highest risk of burnout.
EAP and flexible work are foundational but not sufficient.
Organisations need to know the makeup of their workforce.
Women still bear the brunt of childcare responsibilities.
Equity in the workplace is crucial for supporting parents.
Leadership training is essential for understanding employee needs.
Targeted programs can help parents manage work and family.
Conversations about support should be collaborative, not combative.
Data-driven decisions can improve workplace policies.
Creating a win-win situation benefits both employees and organisations. Creating a family-friendly workplace culture is essential.
Organisations must take responsibility for supporting working parents.
Corporate social responsibility should include support for working parents.
The future of society relies on the well-being of working parents.
Self-care is crucial for mothers to thrive in both work and family life.
Guilt and shame should not prevent mothers from taking time for themselves.
Scheduling self-care is as important as any work meeting.
Working parent champions can make a significant difference in the workplace.
Supporting working parents benefits society as a whole.
A collaborative approach is needed to address the challenges faced by working parents.