In recent months, burnout has become a visible concern across many departments in our company. Employees are showing signs of exhaustion, disengagement, and emotional detachment from their work. While burnout may appear to be an individual struggle, global research and workplace health frameworks reveal otherwise: burnout is not a worker problem – it’s a workplace problem.
The Hidden Cost of High Performance
Our company is built on high standards and fast-paced execution. But as workloads and expectations rise, many employees are finding themselves overwhelmed – at the cost of their health and motivation.
The World Health Organization defines burnout as a syndrome resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed. It’s marked by three key dimensions:
- Exhaustion – Feeling emotionally and physically drained.
- Cynicism – Detaching from one’s job or feeling negative about it.
- Reduced efficacy – Losing confidence in one’s ability to perform.
Why Is This Happening?
Drawing on the “Workplace Health and Wellbeing” course, six key causes of burnout have been identified, several of which align with our current challenges:
- Unsustainable workload
- Lack of autonomy or flexibility
- Limited recognition or reward
- Weak workplace community
- Perceived unfairness
- Mismatch between role and personal values
Taking Action – What We’re Doing About It
Recognizing this trend, the company has taken concrete steps to address burnout, improve balance, and support employee wellbeing:
✅ Strategic Hiring to Reduce Overload
We are actively recruiting new team members to ease the pressure on departments that are understaffed or overloaded. The goal is to ensure fair workload distribution and long-term sustainability.
✅ Scheduling Reviews and Rest Rotations
Working schedules are being audited and adjusted, including rotational rest periods, to allow for proper recovery time and avoid prolonged overwork cycles.
✅ Dedicated Benefits for Overtime-Heavy Roles
We have introduced tailored benefit packages for teams that often work late hours or extra shifts. These are designed to acknowledge their unique demands and support their long-term energy and health.
✅ Immediate and Long-Term Health Support
A set of wellbeing initiatives is now in place, including:
- Well-stocked medicine cabinets with essential vitamins and supplements.
- On-site energy-boosting snacks and drinks.
- Premium annual health insurance with increased coverage and exclusive wellness perks.
These efforts align with expert recommendations that effective burnout prevention must combine both policy-level changes and daily support tools.
What You Can Do – For Yourself and Your Team
Alongside company efforts, each of us has a role to play in maintaining a healthy workplace:
- Speak up early when you feel overwhelmed.
- Support one another – even a small check-in can make a big difference.
- Practice self-care: take your breaks, move your body, and disconnect after work.
Burnout is not a weakness – it’s a warning sign. But with awareness, shared responsibility, and structural support, we can turn the tide and build a culture where people don’t just work harder – they thrive.