In a world that demands more availability, non-stop delivery and people giving more than 100%, there is always a breaking point.
It starts off easy enough, you notice some yawns in team meetings. Maybe even someone nodding off at their desk. When you ask them about one approach vs another, they are ambivalent. They are putting in extra hours all the time, but is it resulting in extra productivity?
Burnout is an all to common feature of the modern workplace. While some will think that pushing people over the edge gets more done, studies have found that you are not gaining any real efficacy and the personal toll on your team can be extreme.
Sometimes the best thing to do with your team is tell them to slow down and take a break. While some will say those are lost hours that could have been productive, the truth is giving your team time to recuperate strengthens their motivation, ensures better focus and reduces attrition. Not to mention, the basic humanity of it.
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Understanding Burnout: The Hidden Cost of Overworking Teams
