While experiencing some degree of stress is a normal part of the modern workspace, over time, rising stress levels can lead to employee burnout, which has a physical, emotional and behavioral impact on workers. Possible signs include exhaustion, self-doubt, illness and helplessness. These signs can lead workers to procrastination and unhealthy habits, in order to cope with the negative side effects.

Here are a few ways to prevent the negative effects of burnout:

Recognize Signs of Employee Burnout Early

Employee burnout is more easily controlled and prevented when it is detected early. Some of the signs of burnout could consist of fatigue, headaches, a sense of self-doubt and low motivation. It is important to recognize early signs before it gets to the complete burnout stage. This stage can be extremely difficult to recover from and it can negatively affect employees’ performance and personal life.

Show Empathy

According to the UKG study, 29% of employees wish to have empathetic managers and supervisors. In addition, in the ”Mind The Workplace” 2022 Report, 40% of employees agree that the company should invest in supportive managers. An understanding manager, who supports the employees, can help them to reduce the stress from work.

Identify the Breaking Point for Burnout

By identifying employees’ breaking points, various measures could be introduced to prevent complete burnout. By taking a day off, working out, or even taking more breaks, workers can handle stress and prevent its buildup. Employees’ can feel recharged for work by taking small breaks close to their breaking point, which can affect their overall performance.

Offer your Employees a “Work from Home” Option

The flexibility to work remotely can contribute to productivity. According to Review42‘s survey, 77% of employees believe that they are more productive when working from home. Working from home affects employees’ concentration, by avoiding the possible distractions in an office environment. Unnecessary commutes, spending less time in traffic and the quiet space at home, can also help burnout.

Improve Your Mental Health Resources

Employees tend to avoid unnecessary stress in companies that offer better work support and resources around mental health and burnout. Sharing valuable resources is also important to creating a healthy work environment, and contributes to the general sense of the employer’s empathy.

MindTech Guru offers various beneficial resources for employees to recognize and avoid employee burnout early in the workplace. Employers can provide employees with helpful resources found on Mindtech Guru’s Website to encourage and promote the importance of mental health and burnout prevention.