Tips to beat Career Burnout

Most of the time, when people think about treating workplace burnout, the default response is “take a day off, go on holiday” . While it can be effective occasionally, you’re likely treating a symptom, not the cause. Without addressing the underlying cause, taking a break from work is going to work in the short term, but you’re going to run right back into the same issues within a few days after you return to your workplace. How do you treat workplace burnout?

Collaborate with other co-workers?– it’s usually easy to find who is experiencing workplace burnout (they’ll be the ones scowling all the time). Find out what’s causing their issues. Is there a solution? Does your employer need to take on more employees, allocate more resources, deal with a particular manager?

Talk to your supervisor?– if you feel like you can approach your supervisor, let him or her know what you’re dealing with and that you would like help tackling this issue. You may be able to work out some of the problems you’re having.

Find meaning in your work?– is there one particular bright spot in your day? Do you enjoy working on a particular task? See if it’s possible to fit more of that particular thing into your day. Can job duties be reallocated from other people to you, and vice versa?

Take a break?– while companies love the people who are just so “driven” they never take breaks, that’s a shortcut to being burned out. Let your brain have a chance to mull over something that isn’t work-related. Spend a few minutes breathing fresh air. Play a game on your phone or check social media. Don’t force yourself to be productive for every single moment.

Take regular vacations?– we know, we just said that wasn’t the solution. Except – occasionally, it can be. Knowing you have a certain amount of time off coming up can be very motivating, We found that my attitude greatly improved if I took off a week in the spring and another week in the fall.

Care for yourself better?– Sometimes, ignoring our physical problems can create or enhance mental distress. Are you eating well? Exercising? Drinking enough water? Practicing mindfulness or meditation? Sleeping enough?

Change organizations or career paths?– sometimes, it’s just not going to work if you stay where you’re at –?and it is OK!?Recognize that the issue might not be you, it might be your environment – and sometimes, you just need to remove yourself from your toxic environment. And in this case, jobteq is always here for you to help you. We are eager to make sure you find the perfect job, in a company that suits you.