Burnout has been a focal point for many companies this year as they seek to battle the turnover tsunami.
But the research also highlighted a burnout factor experts say many companies have been overlooking during the intense battle for talent: a lack of recognition for existing staff. Company executives can also lead by example through simple actions like giving shout-outs for milestones and attending award programs or informal celebrations.Investing more in employee engagement. Managers should talk to their employees often, not just about their work, but their goals and aspirations. Creating this dialogue helps employers anticipate problems and be proactive about dissatisfied employees before they start looking for new jobs.
Zaharo Tsekouras, chief of staff at Spruce, a provider of lifestyle services to the multifamily industry, recently told“Naturally, communication is a two-way street. Managers should proactively ask their direct reports about their general well-being and their workload, and employees should approach the conversation honestly and transparently,” Tsekouras said.