Running on Empty – HerJourney: A Professional Development Series for Women Trades

Burnout doesn’t happen overnight. It creeps in slowly, often disguised as dedication, hustle or “just a busy season.” In man-populated industries like the skilled trades, many women feel pressure to constantly prove themselves, making it even harder to hit pause and tougher to ask for support. Women are also at higher risk for burnout overall, often carrying invisible loads both at work and at home. In this interactive session, we’ll break down what burnout really is and how to recognize it in yourself before it becomes a crisis. We’ll explore why burnout hits so hard, especially for high-achievers and helpers, and how to create simple, effective systems to guard against it. Participants will leave with practical tools to protect their mental well-being, ditch the guilt and set boundaries that actually stick.