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Four in 10 U.S. employees say they are burnt out from their jobs, according to LinkedIn’s latest Workforce Confidence survey. Who is most at risk of burnout? Nearly half of managers (47%) report feeling burnt out — making them more likely to be burnt out than their more senior and more junior counterparts. Those at the director-level and above are the least likely to feel burnt out (38%), followed by individual contributors (42%). It’s no surprise that burnout — the end result of workplace stress building up to unsustainable levels over time, often with detrimental consequences for individuals and their teams — is a problem for middle managers. Recent research from Gartner shows they’re typically stretched too thin due to leading teams while simultaneously fielding demands from more senior leaders and coaching direct reports. Do these findings reflect what you’ve seen in the workplace? What steps do you take to reduce your risk of burnout? Weigh in below. ✍️: Rachel Cromidas 📊: Allie Lewis, Bud Rashidian

A few strategies I've found helpful: - Delegate: Train your employees to complete tasks that eat up your time. Give them more responsibility(they may surprise you) and support them as needed. - Go the extra mile: While it's more work in the short term, taking care of your workers(i.e. being flexible with their schedules, assisting with or delegating out a high workload) will build community and increase motivation for the whole team. - Have an Open Door: When workers feel comfortable to come to you with problems early on, it can reduce bigger issues down the line.

Prioritize self-care and personal time. 🌿 Remember to take lunch breaks, use your PTO wisely, and nurture your relationships. Your well-being should always come first! 💼 #SelfCare #WorkLifeBalance"

If you’re part of the 47%, are you ready to create financial security for you and your family instead of working for and creating wealth for others? Along with the burnout factors, there was another round of layoffs for a major auto manufacturer recently. Thankfully, my corporate years were early in my career, and I wasn't high enough on the pay scale to be a corporate casualty of the multiple cuts in 6 years. If you are one of the unfortunate people caught up in corporate cuts, maybe you have successfully:    1) built and led teams,    2) created and implemented strategy,    3) have a solid foundation of P&L analysis, and    4) have a strong network of colleagues and friends. Those are positive indicators that you can be successful owning a business. Franchising is the least risky entrepreneurial entry because the business model is proven to be profitable and you create your culture. Get off the corporate roller coaster and start creating generational wealth for yourself, not those you work for. The video in the comments explains the initial steps to help determine the best franchise brand for you. When you're finished with the video, take the first step and schedule our conversation with the link in the other comment. #94XMovement #Franchising #ControlYourCareer

If you’re part of the 47%, are you ready to create financial security for you and your family instead of working for and creating wealth for others? Along with the burnout factors, there was another round of layoffs for a major auto manufacturer recently. Thankfully, my corporate years were early in my career, and I wasn't high enough on the pay scale to be a corporate casualty of the multiple cuts in 6 years. If you are one of the unfortunate people caught up in corporate cuts, maybe you have successfully:    1) built and led teams,    2) created and implemented strategy,    3) have a solid foundation of P&L analysis, and    4) have a strong network of colleagues and friends. Those are positive indicators that you can be successful owning a business. Franchising is the least risky entrepreneurial entry because the business model is proven to be profitable and you create your culture. Get off the corporate roller coaster and start creating generational wealth for yourself, not those you work for. The video in the comments explains the initial steps to help determine the best franchise brand for you. When you're finished with the video, take the first step and schedule our conversation with the link in the other comment. #94XMovement #Franchising #ControlYourCareer

Let's talk about this. If you're a manager experiencing burnout, there may be a variety of factors causing it. The bottom line is: You must speak up. Go to your manager and express your feelings honestly so you can work together to find a solution. Of course, a culture of feedback must be established within the organization for the employee to feel comfortable coming forward. That starts at the top. #burnout

Owners can take several proactive steps to help their managers avoid burnout. Here are some strategies: Recognize and Respond to Signs of Stress: Be aware of early warning signs like fatigue, irritability, or decreased productivity. Address stress proactively by seeking support or adjusting workloads. Regularly check in with managers to gauge their stress levels and provide necessary assistance. Set Boundaries: Encourage managers to establish personal limits based on what feels acceptable and comfortable. Support them in clearly communicating these boundaries to colleagues and prioritize their self-care. Ensure that they feel comfortable saying no when their plates are too full. Develop a Work-Life Balance: Help managers allocate time for both work and personal life. Regularly assess their schedules to ensure balance and avoid overextension. Promote a culture that values work-life balance and respects personal time. Regularly Take Breaks: Encourage managers to step away from work periodically to recharge. Short breaks during the day can improve focus and overall well-being. Ensure they take their full lunch breaks and encourage the use of vacation days. Maintain a Support Network: Foster a supportive work environment where managers can cultivate relationships with colleagues, friends, and family. Having a strong support system helps manage stress and prevents burnout. Encourage team-building activities and create opportunities for social interactions. By implementing these strategies, owners can create a supportive and sustainable work environment that helps managers avoid burnout and maintain their well-being.

I see this challenge every day with my clients, and I believe it's a significant factor behind the gender inequality in upper management. Women often feel the pressure to work harder to advance, especially when this coincides with childbearing and raising children. The demands of climbing the career ladder can seem overwhelming, leading many to feel they must choose between their career and other responsibilities. What we often overlook is that companies seek C-level executives who demonstrate assertiveness, the ability to set priorities, and the skill to delegate effectively—the very qualities that are often diminished in a people-pleasing culture. When my clients understand how their behavior is not only causing their burnout but also leading to the very thing they try to avoid—being overlooked during promotions—they can start to focus on the skills needed to not only reach but thrive in higher-level job functions. #Leadership #GenderEquality #CareerGrowth #WomenInLeadership #WorkLifeBalance #Burnout #Promotion #ProfessionalDevelopment

It’s important to learn the symptoms of burnout because it can sneak up on you. Where stress feels like “I have too much going on”, burnout feels like “I have nothing left to give.” When you feel like this, there are steps you can take to come back from it. Stellify can help. Initial consultations are free and are a great way to talk to someone and get some advice.

#Burnout is preventable. Burnout is recoverable. Burnout is a stress spectrum and the longer you wait, the longer you've been exposed, the longer it'll take to recover. We've all been there, we found a moment or two of success and accolades and we started giving a bit more than we had to the project, work, team, company, and that came with more success/accodates and we continued. Disregarding our #stress as "I'll be good after the weekend." Or "I don't have time to deal with my stress, I'll figure it out while on vacation." We let our stress ride, and we start enduring it's steep cost - leading to working extra hours to get to the same level of performance, ignoring our other priorities for work/team/project, ignoring ourselves by consuming more caffeine, binging on unhealthy activities to cope after work, etc. Sadly, most, if not all, of us have been there. We've entered our burnout phase at least a couple of times in our career because we believe we are immune to burnout. Or some believe burnout happens when we're exposed to extreme stress. Low-grade stress for a prolonged amount of time have a similar, sometimes detrimental impact, than extreme stress. While you're identifying that you may be burnt out now, the truth is you were burning out 6+ months ago, and it's just entering your consciousness and you're able to identify why you've been off for the past few months, weeks. Let's get you back on track, so you avoid the more severe costs of burnout. Start with today - Recognize when you're being reactive Recognize how often you ignore your need for something else Recognize what situations contributed to your burnout This week - Focus on identify and implementing ONE daily non-negotiable (lunch, time with family/friends, socializing, etc.) This weekend - Take today and reflect on what's going well Take the upcoming 3-day weekend to focus on self-care If the thought of putting yourself and your recovery first feels overwhelming, invest in working with a professional. You'll be in better shape when working with someone that specializes in helping people recover from burnout. I am available for appointments - Please DM me. #BurnoutCoach #Coach Please know, you are not alone, this is an indicator that you gave too much to your work without making time and energy for yourself. You don't have to continue this path, you can emerge stronger, more resilient, and more effective once you're on the burnout recovery path. #YouAreNotAlone