Burnout - What It Is, What Causes It, and How to Recover
In this episode of The Goth Boss Podcast, I talk about burnout. I dive into what it feels like, why it happens and how I’ve learned to manage it over the years. I share my own experiences, from the early warning signs through to full-on exhaustion and how I found ways to recover.
You’ll hear practical tips for spotting burnout before it takes over, plus strategies to protect your energy and wellbeing for the long run. Rest isn’t a reward, it’s essential. I want to help you give yourself permission to recharge.
Chapters:
00:00 Understanding Burnout: Signs and Symptoms
02:11 What does burnout look like?
03:52 Personal Experiences with Burnout
09:15 Causes of Burnout
11:20 Recovering from Burnout: Strategies and Tips
18:10 Outro
I’m Cat Burton, a games industry veteran of 17 years, studio founder and leadership coach. This is The Goth Boss Podcast where I dive into the real challenges of making games and running studios.
From burnout and imposter syndrome to scaling teams and finding funding, I share honest stories, practical strategies and conversations with inspiring people across the games and creative industries.
Whether you’re leading a studio, building your first project or figuring out your next move in games, my goal is to help you thrive and ship your games without burning out.
If you have any questions or comments for a future episode, send me a message.
