💬 In this week’s episode, I am thrilled to welcome Donnebra McClendon, a leader who believes that life comes first—always. From her personal journey as a wife, mom, dog mom, and PhD student, to her professional role as a transformational HR leader, Donnebra shares how she prioritizes life-work balance while inspiring her team to do the same.

Key Takeaways:

• 💡 The Myth of Work-Life Balance: Donnebra explains why the order matters—life should always come before work.

• 🛑 Healthy Boundaries: Learn why “No” is a complete sentence and how to model boundary-setting as a leader.

• 🌿 Total Wellbeing: Practical tips for incorporating mental, physical, and emotional health into workplace culture.

• ✨ Role Model Leadership: Why leaders need to show, not just tell, their teams how to prioritize balance.

Memorable Quotes:

📌 “Work will always continue, but it’s our responsibility to ensure our families and personal wellbeing thrive.”

📌 “No is a complete sentence. No explanation needed.”

📌 “If leaders don’t model balance and boundaries, how can we expect our teams to?”

💼 Donnebra also touches on how her organization offers unlimited PTO, but the key to its success lies in leaders modeling its use.

Why You Should Listen:

If you’re an HR leader or manager looking for actionable ways to champion wellbeing in your organization, this episode is for you. Donnebra’s practical advice and heartfelt perspective will inspire you to prioritize life and empower others to do the same.

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✨ Coming Up Next Week:

Be sure to tune in for Cheryl Thompson, who will share strategies for creating inclusive, wellbeing-focused workplace cultures.

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📖 Bonus! Remember to check out my wellbeing article, where I dive into practical strategies for leaders to prioritize wellbeing in today’s fast-paced work environment - https://pearrm.com/articles/f/why-leaders-should-prioritize-employee-well-being

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