Spring 2016 issue of Horizons

institutional policies that might be unnecessarily weighing on employees. Additionally, an organization needs to show employees regularly that they care and appreciate their efforts, which can be done through various recognition programs. Burnout is the sum of a variety of contributing factors that wear individuals over time. There are important actions an organization can take to help prevent and overcome burnout, with a primary one being support for employees by encouraging deep and meaningful mentor relationships. From an organizational perspective, the culture of the organization can incorporate these actions such that they are ingrained to the point that burnout is rare and employees thrive.

produce more effective outcomes than someone with less. Ensuring that employees are given an appropriate amount of time to develop the expertise expected of them can help prevent burnout. An organization can also implement high- level activities that support prevention of burnout. Encouraging healthy lifestyles outside of work by providing financial support or encouragement for weight-loss or exercise programs can help employees sustain high energy levels, especially during difficult times. An organization can also re-visit workspace needs to ensure that employees are being provided the physical tools needed to perform their expected functions.

An organization should also encourage methods to gather feedback about

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