Helping employees combat burnout

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When COVID-19 began, many workplaces went into emergency mode, requiring long hours and extreme focus to make the changes necessary for survival. But as the pandemic continues, the adrenaline that may have driven workers is nearly depleted. That's why organizations must help reorient rcs data south africa toward the long term and look after the mental wellbeing of their team. Here's how organizations can combat burnout in this new environment.

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Be available in person or virtually
Leadership needs to remain visible and accessible and that includes increasing virtual availability if needed. Many online meeting tools, such as Microsoft Teams and Skype for Business , make it easy for an employee to schedule a short virtual visit to ask questions about work, or just to chat . Virtual meetings and pop-ins are important for setting the tone for leadership, especially if the workforce is remote.

Recognizing the warning signs
Burnout can manifest itself in a number of ways, including decreased satisfaction and engagement, lower productivity, increased personal conflict, and a desire to quit and disengage.

Employees may feel like they can't admit they're burned out because it feels like a personal failing or shows a lack of commitment. To get around this problem, astute managers will pay attention to changes in employees' attitudes that may indicate a deeper burnout problem .