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Executives are burning out, just like their employees—and they don't know how to handle it, management experts say
As executives battle an increase in burnout, a leadership expert says brain breaks and being comfortable not knowing all the answers can help.
TL;DR
- Executive burnout is on the rise, with 71% of leaders reporting increased stress.
- Factors contributing to executive burnout include excessive workload, global workforce changes like AI, and the lingering effects of the pandemic.
- Executive stress can spread to employees, creating a 'stress contagion' within organizations.
- Executives often feel pressured to mask their burnout due to their position and pay, which can worsen the problem.
- Employee resignations are often linked to dissatisfaction with their bosses, traits that can be amplified by burnout.
- Suggested solutions for executive burnout include meditation, exercise, adequate sleep, effective delegation, and setting work-life boundaries.
- Employees can help support bosses experiencing burnout by offering assistance and support.
- A 'prescription' for burnout includes short meditations, regular workouts, and sufficient sleep.