Preventing Workplace Burnout
Burnout is common in the workplace, but it doesn’t have to be inevitable. Defined as “response to chronic emotional and interpersonal stressors within the workplace,” it can lead to staff turnover, low morale, increased costs, and reduced productivity. Although many companies think of burnout as a personal issue, the Harvard Business Review places much of the responsibility on the shoulders of executives and managers.
How do you reduce the chances of burnout in your workplace? It largely depends on the type of culture you create and the values you encourage. Read on to find out what some of those might be and how our line of diamond glass awards can help.
Empowerment
Many employees experience burnout because they feel powerless to prevent it in the first place. Empowerment is one of the values that your workplace should be encouraging. Listen to employee feedback, make sure managers keep communication lines open, and help workers feel that their concerns are heard. Avoid micromanagement and allow your employees to do what they do best. If it’s relevant to your industry, consider a whistle-blower program so employees can report serious violations.
Renewal
A work-life balance is a top priority for a growing percentage of the workforce. Place value on vacation time, sick days, and even mental-health days. Small changes can help keep employees from feeling stuck and make them feel more refreshed at work. Consider holding walking meetings that get people outside and moving, or set up a “quiet room” that employees can use to close their eyes and collect themselves. Think about how you can make schedules more flexible, or allow employees to work remotely.
Focus
Some of the symptoms of burnout include cynicism, lack of motivation, and disillusionment. One reason for these symptoms may be that an employee feels like he or she is working hard without purpose. Prevent this by making sure employees understand the company’s goals and values, and how their job contributes to those goals.
Recognition
According to Kissmetrics, a lack of appropriate awards can contribute to employee burnout. Workers who do not feel that their hard work is being rewarded experience higher stress and job frustration. Aside from using appropriate compensation and thanking employees, company awards are a great way to recognize top performers. Whether it’s a small gift given during a lunch meeting, or a major prize delivered at an industry banquet, diamond glass awards go a long way toward making people feel appreciated and valued in their work.
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