Understanding and Overcoming Burnout in a New Era

It’s been almost six months since the world had a complete shift on how people live their lives. Furthermore, we know that mental health continues to be a significant issue for individuals working and living through the pandemic. As COVID-19 continues to challenge us, employees claim to feel less prepared, less informed and less supported. Although burnout has been at the top of the list for most HR leaders in recent years, the recent lockdowns have certainly taken things to the next level. Full-time remote work has presented a unique set of challenges including lack of social connection, anxiety, family responsibilities and employees feeling the need to be ‘connected’ 24/7. These challenges have undoubtedly led to an increase in the number of employees dealing with mental health issues. In this eBook, we aim to provide context on how stress might be affecting your employees, your company, and potentially be the leading cause of burnout. Most importantly, what you can do to help as an HR executive or leader.