In the last video in this series, I discussed the scope of job burnout and why it matters. In this video, I will discuss the root causes of workplace burnout, the six mismatches between the job and the employee which lead to burnout. There is a general misconception that an employee burns themselves out. The truth…
Category: Job Related Burnout
Transcript of Video #3 – The Scope of Job Related Burnout and Why It Matters
In this third video in the series on Job Related Burnout, I’ll discuss the scope of the problem and why it matters. There is a detectable job burnout rate for any profession you can name. Some professions have very low rates of burnout such as hair stylist, audiologist, university professor, medical records technician, jeweler, medical…
Transcript of Video #2 – Defining Job Related Burnout
In 2009 I went to my practice partner and told him that I either had to make some changes or I was going to have to quit practicing medicine. I told him how I felt – overworked, exhausted, dissatisfied and unappreciated. I no longer felt I was making any difference in the lives of my…
8 Steps to Recognize and Eliminate the Burned Out Mindset
The hallmarks of burnout have been well described — emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and a lack of a sense of personal accomplishment. These may accurately describe the symptoms, but these are not the same as the changes in mindset which can occur as a result of burnout. Just what are the key consequences of burnout on…
7 Steps that Will Rescue You If You’re Burned Out at Work
So, you’re burned out at work. You feel exhausted, cynical, and lack any sense of meaningful accomplishment. You’ve come to hate what you do, even though you’re very good at it. Work no longer provides meaningful rewards and you’re afraid if something doesn’t change soon you will forever lose a valuable part of your being….