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Employee burnout can seriously affect productivity in your business, but it may be difficult to spot the early warning signs. Here are a few signs of employee burnout:
Physical
- Marked changes in physical appearance, a decline in grooming or wardrobe.
- Frequent complaints such as headaches, backaches or gastrointestinal problems.
- Increase in absenteeism for health reasons.
- Signs and symptoms of depression, such as change in weight, eating habits, chronic fatigue.
- Frequent infections, especially respiratory infections.
Emotional
- Depressed appearance, such as a sad expression, slumped posture, or rounded shoulders.
- Appearing bored or speaking of boredom.
- Attitudes of cynicism, resentfulness, apathy or anxiety.
- Expressions of frustration and hopelessness.
Behavioral
- Decreased productivity, inability to focus on the job, or complete a task.
- Habitual tardiness.
- Increased absenteeism.
- Withdrawal or listlessness.
- Expressions of irritability or hostility.
- Overworking.
- Drug, alcohol or caffeine abuse.
- Increased smoking habit, frequent smoking breaks.
- Excessive exercise often to the point of injury.
(Source: Hugh F. Stallworth “Realistic Goals Help Avoid Burnout”, HR Magazine, 1990)
This report is not a diagnosis. We hope this information can guide you toward improving your life.
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