Avoiding Burnout as a Business Owner

Please note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia only.

Small business owners often find themselves supporting staff, customers and clients through challenging situations while managing the everyday demands of running a business. Knowing how to provide support while maintaining appropriate boundaries is essential for both personal wellbeing and healthy business relationships.

This workshop explores the impact of stress, burnout and psychosocial risks in a small business environment. Participants will learn practical strategies to navigate difficult conversations, respond to wellbeing concerns with confidence and understand their responsibilities when creating a safe and supportive workplace.

The session also focuses on the importance of looking after your own wellbeing, recognising when additional support may be needed, and connecting with appropriate services and resources to help you and your business thrive.

This topic covers:

• Understanding stress, burnout and psychosocial risks in small business

• Recognising the signs that you, your staff or others may need support

• Balancing care and support with appropriate personal and professional boundaries

• Responding to difficult conversations about wellbeing and mental health

• Supporting staff, customers and clients without taking on the role of a counsellor or health professional

• Practical strategies to strengthen resilience and protect your own wellbeing

• Connecting with support services, referral pathways and community networks

This workshop is designed for business owners looking to better understand burnout, improve workplace wellbeing and develop practical strategies to create a healthier, more sustainable business.

If this is your first workshop with us or you have any queries, check out our Online Workshops Guide & FAQs or get in touch with us at workshops@smallbusiness.wa.gov.au.

Bookings are limited to two tickets each, however you can make more than one booking. If you are booking for more than one person, please provide each person's email address so they receive our emails with important links and downloads.

To book for larger groups, please contact us on 133 140 or email workshops@smallbusiness.wa.gov.au

If you cannot attend, please cancel so your place can be made available to another business owner. You can cancel your booking from the update order button on your order confirmation email. Cancellations and refunds for paid workshops can be made up to 24 hours before the workshop starts.

We are committed to supporting all WA small business owners, including those with diverse needs. Our workshops are delivered in a variety of buildings, locations and formats. If you would like further information about accessing a particular workshop, please email workshops@smallbusiness.wa.gov.au or call 133 140.