Summary

In this conversation, Janet discusses the common misconception that more networking leads to better opportunities. She highlights the dangers of over-scheduling and the resulting burnout, particularly among women. Janet encourages listeners to evaluate their commitments and focus on quality connections that truly enrich their lives, rather than succumbing to the pressure of constant networking. She emphasizes the importance of self-care, setting boundaries, and being intentional with time and energy to avoid burnout and foster genuine relationships.

Takeaways

• Women are often networking into burnout.
• More networking can lead to distraction and confusion.
• Evaluate if events are pouring into your cup or draining it.
• Resentment towards commitments can indicate burnout.
• You don't need more certifications to take action.
• Quality connections are more valuable than quantity.
• It's okay to say no to events that don't align with your goals.
• Being busy doesn't equate to being productive or fulfilled.
• You can still belong without overcommitting yourself.
• Your energy should be directed towards revitalizing activities.

Links Mentioned in this Episode:
Let Her Glow website: www.letherglow.com
Let Her Glow - the new book
Upcoming Workshop: The Author Era - Nov 21st @ 11:30am - Link here
The Girl Cave Community - link here to learn more
The Dames - link to learn more
International Association of Women - IAW - click to learn more

Summary

In this episode of 'Let Her Glow', Janet Bernstein, a burnout prevention coach, discusses the signs of burnout and how to recognize them. She shares her personal journey with burnout and emphasizes the importance of self-care and awareness. Janet outlines ten warning signs that indicate one may be approaching burnout, encouraging listeners to reflect on their own experiences and take proactive steps towards prevention. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to download a free burnout prevention guide.

Takeaways

• Burnout can often go unrecognized until it's severe.
• Chronic irritability is a key warning sign of burnout.
• Emotional numbness can indicate deeper issues.
• Elevated anxiety is a common symptom of burnout.
• Declining focus can affect productivity and creativity.
• Cynicism can cloud your perspective on life.
• Low quality sleep is a significant indicator of stress.
• Persistent illness may signal burnout's impact on health.
• Overstimulation can lead to exhaustion and withdrawal.
• Lack of self-care is a critical red flag for burnout.

Sound Bites

"You need to wake up and pay attention."
"Elevated anxiety was my wake-up call."
"Declining focus can signal burnout."

Free resource: Burnout Signs + Weekly Reset for Women {download here}

Burnout doesn’t just drain your energy — it steals your identity. In this powerful episode, Janet C. Bernstein, author of Let Her Glow and Chief Glow Strategist, introduces the G.L.O.W. Code: four life-changing pillars that help you go from exhausted and invisible to grounded, liberated, on fire, and whole.

You’ll learn how Janet discovered the GLOW Code after years of corporate chaos, perfectionism, and people-pleasing, and how she used it to rebuild her confidence, voice, and purpose from the inside out.

Whether you’re a high-performing woman in leadership, an entrepreneur on the edge of burnout, or simply ready to feel alive again — this episode will reignite something in you that burnout tried to steal.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• What the G.L.O.W. Code really means and how to apply it
• Why grounding isn’t just about meditation (and what it actually looks like)
• How to liberate yourself from expectations that were never yours
• What it takes to feel “on fire” again without burning out
• How to integrate all parts of yourself to finally feel whole

Mentioned in this episode:

• Take the free Glow Assessment
  – Find out which pillar needs your attention right now --> Take the assessment here
• Join the Radiate Glow Mastermind
  – A small, powerful circle of women ready to stop dimming their light and start leading with it --> Details here
• Spark Seekers Community
  – Join the conversation with women reigniting their spark --> Join here

This is where it all begins. Let Her Glow was born out of my own journey through burnout and reinvention, and it’s now my mission to help women stop dimming their light and start shining unapologetically. In this first episode, I’ll share what Let Her Glow is all about, the tools and stories you’ll hear in future episodes, and why your glow isn’t gone — it’s just waiting for you to ignite it.

Keywords
empowerment, women, reinvention, confidence, leadership, personal growth, mental health, self-discovery, podcast, community

Summary
In the inaugural episode of Let Her Glow, host Janet Bernstein shares her personal journey of empowerment and reinvention. She discusses the importance of women embracing their true selves and not dimming their light to fit in. Janet introduces her four-step framework, the Glow Code, designed to help women regain their confidence and shine in their personal and professional lives. The episode emphasizes authenticity, community, and the journey of self-discovery, inviting listeners to join her on this transformative path.

Takeaways

• Janet emphasizes the importance of women not dimming their light.
• She shares her personal experience of a panic attack that led to her reinvention.
• The Glow Code is a four-step framework for empowerment.
• Authenticity is key in the journey of self-discovery.
• Janet encourages women to embrace their true selves.
• The podcast will feature guests sharing their wisdom.
• Community support is vital for personal growth.
• Janet's journey includes significant weight loss as part of her reinvention.
• Listeners are invited to share their own journeys.
• The podcast aims to be fun, messy, and authentic.

Sound bites
"I see too many women who are dimming their light"
"I had a panic attack before I went into work"
"I want you to listen in, lean in"

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Let Her Glow
02:14 The Journey of Reinvention
03:34 The Glow Code Framework

The trailer of what to expect from Let Her Glow!