Burnout is not merely a product of being busy but stems from an imbalance in work satisfaction and purpose. It manifests in five levels of intensity, from thriving to burned out. Leaders must recognize and address burnout in themselves and their teams through regular check-ins and prioritizing long-term well-being.
Employees overwhelmingly desire better work-life balance. According to CNBC, 80% of employees would consider leaving their job for better balance, but 40% of leaders believe it’s unattainable. Author John Eades suggests focusing on work-life integration, not a perfect 50/50 split, and provides strategies for leaders to prioritize productivity, well-being, and setting boundaries.
No one, even the hardest working professionals, wants to experience burnout. However, most employees have experienced it whether they knew it or not.
It’s finally 2023, which means a new round of leadership ideas, predictions, and trends. This year leaders must know about burnout, rethinking the 9-5, unplugged time off, and personal development.
During challenging times, people need to sense hope, witness courageous acts, feel encouragement, see sound strategy, and experience elite decision-making.
If you want to be a successful leader- the sort you were created to be, it requires looking at challenges as opportunities. Because the best leaders know challenges are opportunities wrapped in ugly wrapping paper.
The talent shortage isn’t just forcing some teams or businesses to have to close or pause operations; it’s also contributing to the rising employee burnout problem.
