During the honeymoon phase, the employer should encourage work-life balance to maintain the employee's high energy and enthusiasm.
Leadership must be proactive in listening to problems expressed to deter the onset of stress and provide constant feedback to avoid chronic stress. Supporting the employee by removing barriers is vital to preventing the downward spiral to burnout.
However, leadership must be mindful and recognize the signs of habitual burnout and encourage the employee to ask for help from available mental health resources.
Employer Strategies:
Listen to work-related problems
Provide defined roles and clear expectations
Provide constant feedback
Make work purposeful
Remover barriers
For Individuals
Self-awareness and self-care are crucial to preventing employee burnout.
It's beneficial for the overloaded doer to evaluate expectations and priorities to maintain balance and focus. The under-challenged employee must find purpose in their work to feel appreciated.
Providing clear role definitions and expectations for the neglected doer gives them direction and a sense of purpose.