Burnout Prevention

Recognizing Burnout:

• Name it to tame it: Acknowledge that burnout may exist within individuals or organizations.
• Encourage honest dialogue within the organization about the possibility of burnout.
• Monitor retention rates and conduct meaningful exit interviews to identify themes related to burnout.
• Consider starting interviews to understand why individuals stay in the organization to build on positive factors.
• Look for signs like snappiness, challenging interpersonal interactions, and changes in behavior indicating potential burnout.

Burnout Prevention and Recognizing Organizational Readiness:

• Assess readiness within the organization before implementing burnout prevention programs.
• Adopt a strength-based approach to build on existing supportive measures within the organization.
• Focus on building community and supportive relationships among staff members at all levels.
• Create boundaries and clarify roles and responsibilities to ensure effective support without overstepping professional boundaries.

Building Resilience and Celebrating Wins:

• Incorporate an equity framework to address personal experiences and organizational systems that contribute to burnout.
• Celebrate small wins and achievements regularly to foster a culture of resilience and positivity.
• Infuse strength-based celebrations into daily processes and interactions within the organization to promote burnout prevention.