In this episode of the Thriving Workplace Podcast, Lauren shares her personal journey with burnout and the creation of WPWI. She discusses the impact of burnout on personal and professional life, the misconceptions surrounding high performance, and the importance of stress management. The conversation emphasizes the need for organisations to prioritize wellbeing as a strategic outcome and empowers HR professionals to advocate for their teams. Lauren reflects on the achievements of WPWI and expresses excitement for future initiatives aimed at creating sustainable change in workplaces.

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The National Workplace Wellbeing Conference 2026

Secure your tickets here: https://wpwi.org/national-workplace-wellbeing-conference-2026/ The National Workplace Wellbeing Conference 2026 is coming to Brisbane on 16 and 17 September and tickets are on sale now. 2 full days of practical leadership content built around performance, retention, and culture, with some of Australia's best speakers in the room. Last year sold out and this year we are going bigger with 300 to 350 leaders from across Australia coming together for two days that will change how you lead. Tickets are available now but spots are limited. Secure your seat at www.wpwi.org/national-workplace-wellbeing-conference-2026.

National Workplace Wellbeing Conference 2026