You're in a leadership role and feeling burned out. How can you recharge your batteries?

Burnout is real. The best way to avoid it is to make sure you have good balance, and not let yourself get to that point. Burnout for me happens when there is stress at home AND stress at the office. So, identification and looking beyond just work, will help you consider potential solutions.

Boundaries are tough for A-types. It's paramount leaders ensure their folks understand their primary roles and responsibilities, so individuals can best assess how to allocate their time and energy. Your hardest working folks are going to want to take it all on - don't let them. The entire purpose of having a team, is to ensure the workload is allocated appropriately. What belongs to no one, belongs to everyone. And what belongs to everyone, your A-types are going to want to solve. I understand saying "no" is sometimes unrealistic/difficult, instead focus on "instead". This can look like delegation, written communication vs a meeting, or attacking the root cause versus the symptoms.

Managers facing burnout can recharge by prioritizing self-care, setting boundaries, and delegating tasks. Take breaks, manage your time effectively and engage in hobbies. Ask a mentor for support, schedule downtime, and practice mindfulness. Invest in professional development and assess the workload. Celebrate accomplishments, reflect on time off, and reflect on values to reignite your passion. Regular self-care ensures constant efficiency in managerial positions and a healthy balance between work and family life.

Developing one's self as a solution to burnout doesn't look like the likely path anyone would consider as a first option. Taking a break sounds way better. However, it's no longer news that focusing on self development is a sure way to grow your productivity. It helps you put a plug on trial-and-error wastes and consequently create more time to take that very needed and well deserved break. Also, when you develop yourself to lead your team better, you'd get to a point where you can entrust your subordinates with more.

In a leadership role, burnout can be addressed by setting boundaries between work and personal time, delegating tasks, and practicing self-care. It's important to take regular breaks, engage in relaxing activities, and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Seeking support from mentors or a professional coach can also provide new perspectives and coping strategies. Moreover, mindfulness and stress management techniques such as meditation and yoga can help in rejuvenating energy levels.