What is burnout?

Burnout describes a work-related phenomenon triggered by chronic work stress that has not been successfully managed. Those affected suffer from severe physical and mental exhaustion and feel overwhelmed by their work. They are no longer able to maintain friendships or hobbies in their private lives and develop a cynical attitude towards work. In severe cases, burnout symptoms are accompanied by mental or psychosomatic illnesses. Various workplace factors further exacerbate burnout. These include, among others, a heavy workload, low recognition, a lack of team cohesion, and unfairness in the workplace. Companies must take proactive steps to reduce the likelihood of burnout and to help employees already affected.

Burnout is a problem for the company

Burnout cannot be attributed to personal failure. Rather, it is linked to a toxic work environment, which is why companies cannot shirk their responsibility. Redesigning the workplace and changing the company culture are crucial steps in preventing burnout. When employees have the opportunity to reduce stress, feel valued and appreciated, and freely manage their free time, they become more resilient and less susceptible to burnout. They also take fewer sick days, work more efficiently, and contribute to company performance.

The role of Corona and remote work in burnout

During the pandemic, many companies introduced home office and remote work options. Companies often expect more from employees who work from home. Constant availability outside of working hours, shorter breaks, and even unpaid overtime are common consequences of home office and remote work. At the same time, the boundaries between private and professional life become blurred, leaving employees with little opportunity to switch off and relax. This dramatically increases the risk of burnout.

Companies should also take responsibility here and support their employees. Regulated working hours and availability, improved communication, and optimized information flows are already a start to making working from home easier.

Everything about burnout and resilience in one set

Inform yourself and your employees about burnout and resilience with our new PowerPoint template. Packed with information on the causes, symptoms, and warning signs of burnout, it emphasizes the importance of burnout prevention and supporting those affected. With suggested measures for companies and employees, you can raise awareness within your organization. Our informative slides, supported by clear images, will help you present how to address burnout within your company and how to build resilience.

With the Burnout & Resilience template for PowerPoint…

• Present the most important information on burnout and resilience.
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This PowerPoint template contains:

• What is burnout?
  
• Burnout can affect anyone
• Burnout according to the WHO
• Burnout epidemic
• Burnout is not an isolated case
• Burnout in professional and private life
• Mental illnesses
• The burden of digital work
• Resilience
• Causes and symptoms of burnout
• How does burnout develop?
• Main triggers of burnout
• How does burnout manifest itself?
• Burnout and depression
• Burnout warning signs
• Stress makes you sick
• Digital Burnout
• Consequences of severe digital stress
• How can companies prevent and avoid burnout?
• Burnout prevention
• Psychosocial stress
• 8 preventive measures
• The taboo topic of burnout
• fulfill duty of care
• Good organization and leadership
• Workload and working hours
• Psychological safety and social well-being
• Qualification and development of employees
• Positive team structures
• Improve the working environment
• How can employees prevent and avoid burnout?
• Burnout prevention
• Personal resilience
• Strengthening five key areas of life
• Prioritize self-care
• Self-care for executives
• Setting boundaries
• Energy management
• Develop a growth mindset
• Covid-19, Remote Work & New Work – what impact do they have on the mental health of employees?
• New Normal
• Problems of the New Normal
• Working hours in the new normal
• Other reasons for Corona burnout
• Mental health during the pandemic
• 8 tips for burnout prevention in the home office
• Support from the company side
• Designing a home office
• Virtual Fatigue
• Strengthening virtual teams
• Strengthening virtual team cohesion