How Do You Deal With Burnout at Work?
Work hard enough and long enough and you end up with burnout . It happens, but your boss is never comfortable. So, how do you allow your employer that you need to take a break before you break?
The Muse tips site has some tips for having an awkward conversation with your boss when you’re burned out. They suggest starting by talking to a friend or trusted person who can give you some insight and discuss what you really need:
Before talking to your boss, a great first step is to tell a friend or talk to your partner or family member about where you are and how you feel. Verbalizing what is happening, while difficult, is important in order to start getting the support you need.
Once you’ve done that, Muse will prompt you to communicate your needs to your boss before trying to find a solution. From the very beginning, you probably fell into this mess, shifting the burden of solving all problems to yourself. It can be a tough conversation, but hopefully you and your boss can work together to give you a break to get back on track.
Of course, anyone who has ever had a crappy job knows how difficult this “hopeful” can be, so we want to know how you deal with burnout. What strategies do you use to handle huge workloads? Have you been able to work with your boss to find a mutually beneficial solution? If you can’t, how do you deal with burnout when your company doesn’t support you ?
A Realistic Plan To Tell Your Boss You Are Burnt Out And You Need Some Personal Time | Muse