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Tired of working long hours from your sofa? Tired of trying to help your kids stay focused during distance learning before having to perform professionally on your own conference call?
You’re not alone.
A new survey by recruitment agency Robert Half Research found that workers across the country are suffering from burnout. The group conducted the survey of over 2,800 workers between March and April this year.
The World Health Organization describes burnout as a “professional phenomenon” consisting of a decline in energy, productivity and positivity in the workplace caused by increasing stress over time.
Austin burnout rate for workers just above the national average
In Austin, 45% of workers surveyed for the study said they are more burned out today than they were a year ago. The national average in the study was 44%.
Ten other cities, including Houston and Dallas, had rates higher than Austin. Both Charlotte and Chicago had the highest overall rate at 55%.
The survey also found that nearly one in three Austin workers doubted they could take time off this summer. Only four other cities reported rates higher than Austin, with Nashville being the highest at 40%.
“After enduring more than a year of long hours and little free time, many workers feel burned out and need a break to relax and freshen up,” said Paul McDonald, senior executive director, Robert Half. “Idling can have a negative impact on employee mental health and well-being, and leaders should make it a priority to encourage their teams to enjoy a well-deserved vacation.”
Tips to avoid burnout
The company has given workplace managers three tips to prevent burnout among their employees:
- Prioritize recklessly. Check in with team members regularly to discuss current projects and obstacles. Help them focus on critical business tasks and, if possible, bring in temporary professionals to assist.
- Encourage time off. Busy employees may be reluctant to take a break. Support – and model – the work-life balance by reminding employees to use their vacation days and managing their time effectively.
- Share helpful resources. Promote company-provided wellness offers and share information about free courses and programs that support healthier lifestyles.
Mental Health Resources in Austin
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, the city of Austin lists these resources:
- Integral Care’s 24/7 crisis helpline provides immediate support to people in a mental crisis 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For assistance please call 512-472-4357.
- Integral Care’s Emergency Psychiatric Services (PES) offers face-to-face visits as well as telephone and telemedicine services. PES provides urgent mental health care. An appointment is not required. Call 512-472-4357 for Telehealth Services. To visit in person, go to 1165 Airport Blvd. The facility is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sunday and public holidays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Integral Care’s Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) offers face-to-face visits as well as telephone and telemedicine services. Call 512-472-4357 for telephone and telemedicine services. The facility is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sunday and public holidays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Integral hybrid supply for adults and children includes limited in-person appointments and continuous telemedicine and telephone services. Call 512-472-4357 to make personal appointments and for telephone and telemedicine services. The opening times of the adult clinic are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., unless otherwise stated, in the E. 2nd Clinic, 1631 E. Second St .; Dove Springs Clinic, 5015 S. Interstate 35, Suite 200; Rundberg Clinic, 825 E. Rundberg-Gasse, Suite F-1; 3000 Oak Springs Clinic, 3000 Oak Springs Drive. For children and families, the office hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Riverside Clinic, 2410 E. Riverside Drive, Suite G-3 and the Rundberg Clinic, 825 E. Rundberg Lane, Suite F-1.
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