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…
Author: Dr. Burnout
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….
You’re Burned Out at Work — Should You Stay or Should You Go
One of the worst aspects of professional job related burnout (JRB) is the very real prospect of having to decide whether or not to stay in a toxic work environment or to seek employment elsewhere. This is never an easy decision at best. The choice is always complicated by the fact that JRB causes an…
Your Purpose in Life, 3 Questions You Must Ask and Answer
Like most life changing moments, it crept up on me and totally grabbed me. It was the most miraculous event I’ve ever witnessed. I remember the moment it happened as if it was just now. It was 1990 and I was a first year resident in family medicine on a surgical rotation. At three in…
Turning the Tables – The High Costs of Employee Turnover
Of course every company searches for ways to help their employees be more efficient throughout the day—to do more, do it well, and eliminate unnecessary steps. But how many employers think about what would happen the next day if their best employees didn’t come back? That would negate any efforts at improved efficiency as well…