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Do you ever feel like you're running on empty at work? Maybe you're feeling exhausted, less productive, or detached from your job. If so, you may be experiencing burnout. Burnout is a result of chronic workplace stress and can have a significant impact on your mental and physical health. The good news is that there are steps you can take to reduce the risk of burnout and improve your well-being at work. In this blog post, we'll explore what burnout is, the warning signs to look out for, and practical tips on reducing the risk of burnout in your work life.

Stress is almost guaranteed in the professional realm, particularly if you’re tasked with leadership responsibilities. However, there’s a line between regular job pressure and the kind of stress that erodes your well-being at work. With burnout becoming increasingly prevalent among managers, this isn’t merely about navigating a to-do list—there’s more at stake.

The third time I reached burnout in my career wasn’t due to working excessive hours or not being able to switch off in the evening. It was due to a lack of space in my workday. Work was crammed into every available minute, leaving no time to rest. The result was that, although I logged off every day at 5.00 pm, I burned out due to work exhaustion and stress.

If you are feeling lonely at work, you are not alone. One in five people reported feeling lonely at work on a typical day in the UK, and the most recent EY Belonging Barometer study found that 80% of people globally said they feel or felt lonely at work.