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A sacred pause. For many entrepreneurs, extreme exhaustion is a familiar feeling, but burnout is also becoming commonplace for everyday workers. Still, making some changes can help. Besides finding a therapist, it’s important to learn what activities recharge you and set aside time for them. One CEO suggests creating “a very sacred pause” in the week, such as Friday night dinners, to help people relax and be present. When discussing burnout with your boss, explaining why your request is good for the company can convey confidence. [Bloomberg] |
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It’s complicated. In March 2022, around 4.5 million US workers quit their jobs. A growing number of unfilled roles can complicate life for the colleagues who stay. Half of US workers who responded to a 2021 survey said they had to accept more responsibilities after a former coworker left. With burned out workers resigning in search of better work–life balance, executives say companies need to figure out what to do now. Increasing flexibility in work schedules, supporting caregivers, and listening with empathy can help increase engagement and retention. [FT] |
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A disconnect. Employers are responding to unprecedented levels of burnout by investing in a multitude of wellness programs. Across the globe, four in five HR leaders say that mental health and well-being is a top priority, a McKinsey Health Institute survey reveals. Yet in many cases, employee attrition and burnout remain stubbornly high. Why the disconnect? McKinsey research suggests that many employers focus on relieving symptoms of burnout among individuals but don’t deal with solving the root causes of burnout in the workplace. |
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Burnout’s biggest predictor. Employees who report experiencing high levels of toxic behavior in the workplace are eight times more likely than their peers to have symptoms of burnout, according to McKinsey Health Institute’s survey of nearly 15,000 employees and 1,000 HR leaders. Burnout is costly: respondents who have symptoms such as extreme tiredness are also six times more likely than others to say they intend to quit their jobs in the next three to six months. Explore eight questions that can help organizational leaders address burnout at work.
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