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How to Set Up Staff Well-Being, and Self Well-Being, so Burnout Doesn't Break You, with Brett Sams (Ep 35)

September 15, 2025 • Michael Clark from Athletic Koala • Season 1 • Episode 35

TW: Mental Health.

What happens when life forces you to confront stress, loss and burnout head-on?

In this episode, we speak with Brett Sams, founder of The Self Care Zone. Brett’s story begins with tragedy and evolves into a mission to help others prioritise self-care, resilience, and mental health in their personal lives and workplaces.

Brett shares:

His personal journey after losing his brother and how support shaped his recovery.
Why driving became his unexpected gateway to self-development.
How leaders can reduce stress and prevent burnout in their teams.
The true financial and cultural cost of neglecting staff wellbeing.
Practical self-care strategies that anyone can apply every day.

Brett’s insights show that self-care is not a luxury. It is the foundation of strong leadership, healthy teams and long-term success.

If you are a business leader, manager, or simply someone carrying too much on your shoulders, this conversation will leave you with real, practical tools to reset and take back control.