The Invisible Threat: Preventing and Addressing Employee Burnout with Leanne artwork
The Big Question

The Invisible Threat: Preventing and Addressing Employee Burnout with Leanne

  • S1E8
  • 12:36
  • November 30th 2023

Now Burnout is a silent killer of productivity and morale in the workplace and on this episode of "The Big Question", we'll probe into the topic of The Invisible Threat: Preventing and Addressing Employee Burnout with our guest Leanne Winter, HR Manager at ManpowerGroup.

Burnout is not merely extended fatigue; it's a complex condition marked by physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion due to prolonged stress at work. Undeniably, its implications are far-reaching, from diminished job performance and impaired team dynamics to detrimental effects on an individual’s physical and mental health, leading to a marked decrease in quality of life.

The push to maintain high productivity levels, coupled with fast-paced work environments, can often instigate a tipping point for employees, leading to the unfortunate fallout of burnout. For better or worse, burnout is intimately linked to the realms of job satisfaction, employee retention, and overall company performance.

This conversation is significant not just for individuals grappling with symptoms of burnout. It also carries profound relevance for leaders, HR professionals, and colleagues who aim to foster a supportive, cognizant and resilient work environment.

Join us as we delve deep into the phenomenon of burnout, break down myths, build awareness, and discuss comprehensive, actionable strategies to combat it.


The Big Question

The Big Question is the podcast series from Brook Street, part of the leading global workforce solutions company, ManpowerGroup. It features a blend of interviews and discussions with leading experts, including academics and thought leaders sharing their perspectives on the changing world of work.

We cover a range of topics from hybrid and flexible working, talent scarcity, mental fitness and more. As organisations continue to seek strategic workforce solutions to meet their strong demand and long-term sustainable value creation, we will try to help them navigate through their challenges giving sound solutions on how to move forward in this ever-changing world of work.

You can find more on HR related insights at https://www.brookstreet.co.uk/blog/tag/employer-advice