Workplace Training & Workshops

Elevate Performance, Prevent Burnout, Strengthen Leadership

In today’s fast-paced workplace, achieving high performance is critical, but true success comes from balancing productivity with mental health. Employees and leaders alike need effective tools to manage stress, prevent burnout, and develop leadership skills that boost both individual performance and organizational well-being.

I offer customized workplace training sessions that help professionals reach their highest potential without sacrificing their mental health. With a background as a licensed psychologist and ICF-certified executive coach, I bring a unique blend of research-backed strategies and real-world applications to create engaging, actionable sessions tailored to your team’s specific needs.

Training & Workshop Topics

  • This workshop is designed to tackle common time management challenges that hinder productivity and contribute to workplace stress. Many employees struggle with feeling overwhelmed by their workloads, constantly shifting priorities, and battling distractions. These issues not only decrease overall efficiency but also lead to burnout and disengagement. Without the proper tools, teams often find themselves working harder without seeing the results they desire.

    In this session, we will dive into proven strategies that help individuals work smarter, not harder. Participants will learn how to effectively prioritize tasks, ensuring that critical work is tackled first and with the necessary focus. We will explore how to identify and eliminate distractions that slow down productivity, from managing emails and meetings to setting boundaries with colleagues. Additionally, we will address procrastination, why it happens and how to overcome it, so that your team can stop putting off important tasks until the last minute.

    By the end of the workshop, attendees will walk away with actionable tools to help them organize their workloads more efficiently and consistently meet deadlines with less stress. We will also discuss strategies for balancing personal goals with team objectives to create a more collaborative and supportive work culture. The ultimate aim is to help your team not just get through the workday, but to do so in a way that sustains long term productivity and promotes a healthier, more balanced work environment.

  • High achievers often face the challenge of overwork, pushing themselves to their limits in pursuit of success. In this workshop, we’ll explore effective strategies to sustain high levels of performance while avoiding the burnout that comes from overextending yourself. You’ll gain practical tools for setting healthy boundaries, prioritizing key tasks, and maintaining motivation for long-term success.

    Overworking your teams can quickly lead to diminished morale and productivity. Rather than pushing employees too hard, there are strategies that can help maximize their potential without causing unnecessary stress. For instance, regular check-ins with your team are vital to understand the impact of your leadership and ensure workloads are manageable. Clear, measurable performance metrics help everyone stay aligned and focused without overloading anyone. Moreover, fostering a culture of gratitude ensures that hard work is recognized and celebrated, keeping motivation high.

    It’s also crucial to shift the perspective from viewing employees as replaceable cogs in a machine to recognizing them as valuable long-term assets. By nurturing and investing in your team’s well-being, you not only avoid burnout but also build a more resilient and high-performing workforce. This session will provide actionable steps to create a work environment where people can thrive without sacrificing their health or happiness.

  • Stress is inevitable in high-pressure environments, but how you manage it or fail to can significantly impact your team’s performance, productivity, and overall morale. Poor stress management leads to burnout, disengagement, and a toxic work culture. When stress is left unchecked, it not only reduces individual well-being but also damages collaboration, decision-making, and long-term success.

    In this workshop, we’ll focus on practical strategies to address and manage stress before it takes a toll. You’ll learn how to maintain a healthy work-life balance, ensuring your team has the space to recharge and avoid burnout. We’ll also discuss the importance of constructive outlets like physical activity or hobbies that help release tension in healthy ways. Instead of relying on quick fixes like unhealthy coping mechanisms, we’ll focus on sustainable strategies such as mindfulness practices that build resilience over time.

    By incorporating these proven techniques, your team can thrive under pressure, stay focused, and work more effectively, all while preserving their mental and physical health.

  • Leadership isn’t just about managing teams; it’s about inspiring and driving positive change. This session is designed to help you cultivate the skills necessary to make a meaningful impact both within your team and across your organization.

    We’ll focus on helping you communicate effectively, ensuring your message is clear, concise, and understood. When you can explain what needs to be done, when it should be done, and how it should be achieved without unnecessary details, it saves everyone time and energy.

    Additionally, you’ll learn how to set realistic expectations and timelines that motivate your team, rather than micromanage them. It’s about providing direction that fosters a sense of ownership and accountability.

    You’ll also develop the ability to maintain composure, even in stressful situations, ensuring your leadership is steady and reliable. By recognizing the importance of managing your own emotions and consistently making time for leadership responsibilities, you’ll create a calmer, more focused work environment.

    By the end of the session, you'll have actionable tools to lead with clarity, confidence, and a sense of calm that inspires productivity and success in your team.

  • Perfectionism and imposter syndrome often hold high achievers back from reaching their full potential. This workshop is designed to help participants recognize these challenges, understand how they affect their performance, and build the confidence needed to tackle new challenges without fear of failure or self-doubt.

    Perfectionism can cause people to focus on tasks that provide minimal results, often at the expense of more impactful work. In this session, we’ll explore how perfectionism shows up in both daily life and the workplace, and provide strategies to manage its consequences. You'll learn how to shift your mindset from striving for perfection to aiming for progress, allowing you to maximize your time and energy.

    Additionally, we’ll address the impact of imposter syndrome, a common barrier for many high achievers. When people feel like imposters, they tend to hold back their insights, second-guess themselves, and waste time on insignificant details. We’ll discuss practical strategies to overcome these feelings of inadequacy, helping you build the confidence to trust your abilities and make more effective decisions.

    By the end of this workshop, you’ll have actionable tools to reduce perfectionism and overcome self-doubt, enabling you to focus on what truly matters and confidently move forward in your work.

Why Work With Me?

In today’s fast-paced work environment, leadership performance and employee well-being are crucial for success. As a clinical psychologist and executive coach, I bring a unique combination of psychological expertise and real-world coaching experience to help professionals and organizations prevent burnout, improve performance, and develop stronger leaders.

Proven Expertise & Results with High-Performing Professionals

With years of experience working alongside leaders in high-stakes environments such as healthcare, law, tech, and corporate leadership, I specialize in helping professionals in demanding fields enhance performance, build resilience, and prevent burnout. From executives and physicians to attorneys and entrepreneurs, my unique blend of psychological expertise and real-world coaching has helped clients:

  • Overcome burnout without sacrificing performance

  • Master time management for sustainable success

  • Develop executive presence and lead with confidence

  • Improve decision-making and emotional intelligence under pressure

  • Cultivate resilience in high-stress environments

By combining psychological insight with practical coaching, I’ve enabled clients to navigate high-pressure situations with confidence while maintaining long-term success.

FAQS

  • Yes, I offer follow-up coaching and support to ensure that the strategies and tools covered in the workshop are implemented effectively and that any new challenges are addressed.

  • Workshops typically last 1-2 hours, but the length can be customized based on your needs.

  • Yes, I offer virtual workshops via video conference for teams anywhere in the world.

  • Costs vary depending on the size of your team and the specific session. Please contact me for a tailored quote.

  • If you're unsure which session is the right fit, we can schedule a consultation to discuss your team's challenges, goals, and areas for growth. Based on that, I’ll recommend the most suitable workshop.

  • Yes, whether you're a seasoned executive or a manager just starting to develop leadership skills, these workshops provide valuable insights and actionable strategies to enhance leadership effectiveness at any level.

Schedule a phone consultation today to book workshop.

Phone: (615) 802-6493

Email: Joe@joerustumtherapy.com

Address: 762 East Argyle Avenue, Nashville, TN 37203 &

1604 Westgate Circle Suite 150, Brentwood, TN 37027