It’s Not Bad People or Bad Orgs

It’s Mismatch

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Underneath all of these common workplace issues exists a consistent pattern that has gone unnamed, unexplored, and left to fester. In the research, this pattern is clear, named, and described.

“The greater the gap, or mismatch, between the person and the job, the greater the likelihood of burnout; conversely, the greater the match (or fit), the greater the likelihood of engagement with work.”  Maslach, Schaufeli, & Leiter, 2001

You think the problem is loop

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MisMatch

The same symptoms. Completely different problems.

Burnout. Turnover. Disengagement. Conflict.

Most organizations know when something isn't working. Figuring out why is a different story.

One team needs clearer priorities. Another needs more autonomy. Another has a leader creating unnecessary urgency. And sometimes, what looks like a workplace problem doesn't begin at work at all.

A perfectly good solution aimed at the wrong problem is still the wrong solution.

That's why I developed the Match Move.

It helps leaders look beyond the symptoms, identify where expectations, resources, values, and realities are out of alignment, and figure out what actually needs to change.

Because the goal isn't to fix people.

It's to create better matches between people and the environments where they're expected to thrive.

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Programs

Mismatch

Stop fixing symptoms. Start finding the mismatch.

A fresh approach to burnout, disengagement, and workplace friction that helps leaders identify what's actually out of alignment and what to do about it.

Fuel, Not Flaw

What if frustration is telling you something useful?

Learn how to turn emotions like resentment, frustration, and overwhelm into valuable information for better decisions, stronger boundaries, and more effective leadership.

The Biology of Belonging

Why belonging is harder than it looks.

Explore the science of human connection and discover why good intentions aren't enough to build belonging, plus what leaders can do differently.

CLIENT FEEDBACK

“Cait was an absolute delight to work with! She was very organized every step of the way and made event planning with her easy. The day of the event - she delivered a wonderful talk that engaged our audience. She did a meet and greet and signed books and was gracious to the last minute. I would recommend Cait to any event planner looking for an amazing speaker who is also terrifically easy to work with.”
— Diana Passow, Toastmasters International
“Cait is an absolute pro! I hired her as a keynote speaker for 1,000+ conference attendees. She had people laughing, nodding along, and engaging through her entire talk. I highly recommend her to all conference designers and meeting planners. She will make your life easier and will wow your audience. ”
— Jacque Johnson, NextUp Summit
“Cait Donovan is one of a kind. Beyond her knowledge and ability to help others understand the reality of burnout, Cait was a true partner in helping the Wyoming Nonprofit Network host a meaningful learning and networking experience. From planning to hosting to after the conference, Cait was a collaborator sharing in the vision our team had. Do anything you can have Cait be a part of your next event! ”
— Tess Mittelstadt, Wyoming Nonprofit Network

HEAR IT FROM OTHERS

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HEAR IT FROM OTHERS 🩷

  • "Everybody NEEDS to be exposed [to] and hear Cait Donovan. "

    Anybody and everybody who has a job, regardless of position and size of organization, NEEDS to be exposed and hear Cait Donovan. Her insight into burnout and the ways to advocate help for it and the importance to stay in front of it is critical.

    - SVP, Private Org
    Dismantling Burnout Keynote

  • "This session felt helpful, grounded and practical"

    Burnout is very easy to talk about, but hard to be specific and concrete about what it is, why it happens, what it looks/feels like, and what to do about it. In focusing on those points, this session felt helpful, grounded and practical, which is often lacking in discussions about burnout.

    – Ryan Johnston
    Provider’s Council Annual Conference

  • "Incredibly detailed with very clear actionable items."

    Her session was incredibly detailed with very clear actionable items. Along with clear science behind the information. It was fun, useful, and entertaining. She clearly is a polished speaker who can keep you engaged while educating you in a way you can use.

    - Participant
    Dismantling Burnout - Toastmasters International