What do you do if your employees are experiencing burnout despite high levels of engagement?
Burnout is a state of physical, mental and emotional exhaustion caused by chronic stress at work. It can affect anyone, even those who are highly engaged and passionate about their jobs. In fact, some studies suggest that the more engaged employees are, the more vulnerable they are to burnout, because they tend to invest more energy and effort into their work. If you notice that your employees are showing signs of burnout, such as low productivity, low morale, absenteeism, cynicism, irritability, or health problems, you need to take action to prevent further damage to their well-being and performance. Here are some steps you can take as a training and development professional to help your employees cope with burnout and restore their motivation and enthusiasm.