Today’s level of burnout is the result of an existing problem made exponentially worse, says Jennifer Moss. The pandemic was an accelerant. Combating burnout may feel like an impossible task, especially after months of emotional fatigue, but if you’re armed with the right tools, it can be easier than you might think.
Despite how massive the burnout problem is, it’s never too late to fix it.”
Source: Harvard Business Review, February 10, 2021. Link. Burnout has six main causes:
- Unsustainable workload
- Perceived lack of control
- Insufficient rewards for effort
- Lack of a supportive community
- Lack of fairness
- Mismatched values and skills
INSIGHTS: Simply allowing time for self-care is not the answer.