Burnout In The Workplace: How To Spot It And What To Do About It
Burnout is not just being tired. It is a state of chronic physical and emotional exhaustion that leaves people feeling disconnected from their work, cynical about their role, and unable to perform at even a basic level. The World Health Organisation formally classifies it as an occupational phenomenon, and its prevalence in UK workplaces has been increasing steadily.
Understanding how to identify burnout, and crucially what to do about it, is one of the most important skills a manager or business leader can develop.
What burnout actually looks like
Burnout is often mistaken for laziness or disengagement, which leads to exactly the wrong response. The signs to watch for include:
Persistent exhaustion that does not improve with rest
Increasing emotional detachment or cynicism ab...



