What is job burnout?
According to research published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, burnout is one of the biggest psychosocial occupational hazards today.
“Job burnout is more than just working long hours or having too many responsibilities. It often stems from a conflict between personal values and workplace culture that leaves you feeling out of control of your career path,” says Dr. Chandni Tugnait.
According to the World Health Organization, job burnout is characterized by the following symptoms:
- Feeling low on energy.
- Have many negative feelings about work.
- Ineffective work.
Ways to Deal with Job Burnout
Create a to-do list: Identify tasks, habits, or chores that drain your energy without adding value to avoid burnout.
Practice reverse mentoring: Connect with a junior colleague or someone from another department to learn new skills or perspectives. This can refresh your perspective, creating excitement at work and avoiding burnout.
30-30-30 Workday Structure: Break your workday into 30-minute blocks of focused work, followed by 30-minute blocks of discussion, and finally 30-minute recovery breaks. This structure creates a balance between productivity, teamwork, and personal time, helping to prevent burnout.
