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What do you do if your research managers are experiencing burnout due to organizational culture?

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Research managers are vital to the success of any scientific endeavor, steering projects to fruition and ensuring the integrity of the process. However, when they suffer from burnout, particularly due to an adverse organizational culture, it can jeopardize the entire research operation. Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. It occurs when you feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, and unable to meet constant demands. As the stress continues, you begin to lose the interest and motivation that led you to take on a certain role in the first place.

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Paola Salanueva Osés

Directora de Recursos Humanos en Histocell ? Selección y gestión de talento farma-biotec ? Relaciones laborales ?…
Peter Lok

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1 Recognize Signs

Recognition is the first step in addressing burnout. You must stay vigilant for signs such as chronic fatigue, disillusionment, and decreased productivity among your research managers. These symptoms can manifest due to the misalignment between individual values and the organizational culture or excessive workload. Once identified, it's essential to acknowledge the issue openly and initiate a dialogue. This can help in understanding the depth of the problem and in making your managers feel supported.

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2 Foster Dialogue

Encouraging open communication is crucial. Facilitate forums where research managers can express their concerns without fear of reprisal. This dialogue should aim to identify specific aspects of the organizational culture contributing to burnout. Is it a lack of recognition, unrealistic expectations, or something else? Understanding these factors is key to addressing the root causes and finding sustainable solutions.

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3 Redefine Goals

Sometimes, burnout stems from unclear or unattainable goals that leave managers feeling perpetually behind. It's important to reassess and redefine project goals and expectations in collaboration with your managers. Ensure that these goals are realistic, align with the organization's capabilities, and provide a clear roadmap for success. This can alleviate pressure and provide a renewed sense of purpose.

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4 Balance Workload

Workload balance is critical in preventing burnout. If research managers are overburdened, consider redistributing tasks, hiring additional support, or extending project timelines. It's essential to create an environment where managers feel their workload is manageable and that they have the resources needed to succeed. This may involve re-evaluating project scopes or providing additional training and support.

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5 Promote Well-Being

Investing in the well-being of research managers is not just beneficial; it's necessary. Encourage regular breaks, promote a healthy work-life balance, and offer support programs such as counseling or stress management workshops. These initiatives can help managers cope with stress and prevent burnout from taking root. An organization that prioritizes the well-being of its employees is likely to see improved morale and productivity.

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6 Implement Changes

Implementing changes based on the feedback from research managers is the final step. Whether it's adjusting the organizational culture, modifying performance metrics, or improving communication channels, these changes should aim to create a more supportive environment. It's important that these changes are not just temporary fixes but are part of a continuous effort to improve the workplace and prevent future cases of burnout.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Paola Salanueva Osés

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Si la cultura corporativa es disfuncional o el estilo de liderazgo demasiado autoritario, hay muy poco que hacer desde el departamento de recursos humanos, lamentablemente, para reconducir la situación. Precisamente, el síndrome del trabajador/a quemado suele afectar en mayor medida a las personas que escogen una carrera por motivos vocacionales y a las que más se implican enormemente en su desempe?o, y refleja un desfase entre lo que aporta el profesional de I+D y lo que se recibe a cambio (falta de compensación). Yo propondría una encuesta de clima laboral o de detección de riesgos psicosociales, para exponer sus resultados a Dirección y que se adopten medidas, antes de que se produzca el efecto indesado de la fuga de talento.

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Only preparation and commitment will solve long terms problems, and take care of problems for the long term. The managers need to nurture their self-awareness, and thus facilitate their proactive disposition. This will enable excellence in their deliberations and judgement. Results will follow naturally.

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1 Recognize Signs

2 Foster Dialogue

3 Redefine Goals

4 Balance Workload

5 Promote Well-Being

6 Implement Changes

7 Here’s what else to consider

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