In this hosts-only episode of Uncover the Human, Cristina Amigoni and Alex Cullimore explore a question many high performers quietly wrestle with: Why does work feel so draining even when you’re doing well? They unpack the difference between physical burnout and the deeper exhaustion that comes from spending too much time on work that drains your energy—even if you’re good at it and rewarded for it. Through candid personal stories, they name the unsettling experience of succeeding on paper while feeling disconnected, bored, or depleted inside.
The conversation introduces the Working Genius model as a practical, non-judgmental way to understand where your energy is created and where it’s lost—both individually and on teams. Cristina and Alex share how having shared language around energy, frustration, and fulfillment transforms collaboration, reduces burnout, and builds psychological safety. If you’ve ever felt stuck doing work you’re praised for but secretly dread, or wondered how teams can move faster and feel better, this episode offers clarity, empathy, and actionable insight to start the year more aligned and energized.
