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Here is a question for you to ponder: Do you like Mondays?
We like our work and give our best to it. But, what happens when we keep on following the same high level of drive and energy for the whole week??It results in stress. That's why we have weekends.?
But, it's different when the stress is ever present? And the same routine: Going to work--Meetings--Reports--More meetings--Impractical targets--Pep talks--SCOLDING--Work at home--Weekend work trips--Evaluations--Expectations...
That results in burnout.?While stress can be pointed to specific events or situations, burnout is: general exhaustion, cynicism and a sense of ineffectiveness.?
Burnout is rampant in the workplace.?That's why the World Health Organisation in its?new definition ?of Burnout calls it a 'syndrome.' And relates burnout to?Chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed.
In this edition, let's focus on insights and tips: How to handle the?burnout epidemic?in the workplace.
Dhwani Mehta
Deloitte Burnout Survey: Key Insights!
Burnout is REAL!
The survey was conducted among 1000 full-time professionals.
77% of respondents?say they have seen burnout at their current workplace. Think about it: among every 4 people 3 have witnessed it.
91% respondents believe it has a?bad effect on their work output and quality.
And 83% say burnout from work negatively?impacts their personal relationships.
Now, coming to the pep talks, the survey informs:
Passion may not prevent workplace stress!
Motivational talks and affirmations, positive thinking, is not enough.?
You can burnout at a job that you LOVE.?Passion is not the answer to burnout.
In fact, in another survey among 3700 professionals, it was found that employees who are 'driven by purpose' are more stressed out than others.
Companies are at fault!
70% of professionals think their companies are not doing enough to address the burnout issue.
HR can surely play a significant role in addressing this situation.
What companies can do?
Recognize that burnout isn’t an individual problem.?It’s an organizational problem!
Healthcare specialists say burnout is CONTAGIOUS.
When one person in an organisation goes through burnout and exhaustion, others too are likely to experience burnout.
So, a culture shift is required at workplaces. We must encourage people to take short breaks, recharge during the day with a short walk, a device-free lunch.
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Taking care of oneself must be celebrated!
Companies should consider workplace culture, not just well-being programs.
This is a fact: Impractical targets, tooth and nail competition between teams and individuals, and disregard for everything else but the work creates a culture where burnouts are guaranteed. Just some well-being packages won't help. Overall work-culture audit is a must.
That's why some companies in the US are appointing a dedicated Chief Well-being Officer!
The burnout is as real in India. HR thought leader Shamik Vora Asserts--
Indian businesses are notorious for poor work-life balance. Especially during Covid-19, WFH blurred the line between work time and family time. Leading to dysfunctional behaviour at work and home because of ‘burnout’...Indian HR pros recognised the challenge in time, and invited psychologists and health care experts to guide the workforce.
Mental health has become a major employee engagement practice in the HR domain.?
?Shamik Vora,?HR Thought Leader
What do team members at Opportune do to relax and recharge ourselves?
Dhwani Mehta,?Founder and Director:?He plays video games on his mobile. A video game junkie, he pretends to be deep in his work while actually having fun earning 'virtual lives' and beating his own score.
Parag Shah, Product?Manager: He has a philosophical view. He disconnects to reconnect. He takes a walk. Or plays with kids. He says, the code to beat burnout is-- take frequent breaks from noise to appreciate the beauty of silence.?
Anurag Jaiswal,?Team lead--Application implementation and Support:?To recharge himself, he feels laughter is important. So he watches funny reels and posts on Instagram.?
Ankit Shah,?AVP--Business development:?Listens to music to keep his cool. And always has a smile on his face. For some people,?meeting Ankit is a way to avoid burnout!
Planned and unplanned parties:?parties are a regular thing at Opportune. Our team works hard, and we also have fun together. Sometimes HR plans it. But very often, these are spontaneous. While Dhwani Mehta is busy with his video games, other people don't pretend to be working: They simply have fun!
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2 年That is perfectly stated, i.e what I usually worry about to motivate the employees. I feel it really from the bottom of my heart. I really want to thank you. Thanks a lot.