How to Avoid Burnout

How to Avoid BurnoutHow to Avoid Burnout According to the World Health Organization, burnout has now been classified as an official medical condition.The term burnout has long been used to express everything from fatigue to just plain overworking yourself. However, the WHO defines burnout by ansicht three markersOne thing to note is that the WHO makes clear that burnout relates to occupational stress and work environments, not other areas of life. So this begs the question How can we avoid burnout at work?Jo Cresswell, career trends analyst at Glassdoor , comments on the classification of workplace burnout and what employees can do to help avoid it Todays employees are experiencing stress and anxiety in the workplace like no other generation before. Many will debate whether this is caused by the always-on culture which landsees technology keeping employees connected to the workplace at all times. Whether social media and the negative impact this has on individuals m ental health is seeping into the workplace experience. Or whether employees simply are working too hard and for too long.Whatever the cause, its important that employees have the tools to look after their mental health whilst at work1. Find the balance find what work-life balance works best for you. Keep your to-do list in control, prioritize and leave work at work.2. Sleep prioritize sleep as a way to clear the mind so you have space to tackle what the next day has in store.3. Relax find ways to switch off and be present in all that you do. Nurturing time with family and friends, yoga, meditation, mindfulness techniques and creative hobbies will help you wind down.4. Exercise this doesnt mean an hour in the gym. Even a brisk 10-minute walk at lunchtime can be enough to see health benefits in and out of the workplace.Ultimately, if employees feel they are getting close to burnout then they need to ask themselves if theyre in the right job, says Cresswell. Were currently in a candi dates market and businesses are having to work very hard to attract the best talent. For employees, this means they have more bargaining power and can prioritize their own wellbeing and work-life balance when deciding where to work.Are you an employer? Check out our Talent Solutions Blog .Thanks for finding us We cover everything from career advice to the latest company headlines.Were always looking for experts, executives and trends to feature on the Glassdoor blog. Interested? Contact us. And if youre looking for the latest in employer solutions and advice, we recommend our Talent Solutions Blog . It only takes a second see whos viewing your profile and monitor your reputation.