Bosses burn out too; leaders need to be well to lead well
We often forget that leaders are also humans; their grief, stress and pain are not any less - "big bucks" or not.
Add BT as a preferred source
DeeperDive is a beta AI feature. Refer to full articles for the facts.
AT the start of 2021, I noticed a change in my behaviour. I was no longer able to wake up before sunrise, and became increasingly disengaged, with my team managers across the different initiatives I am involved with telling me constantly of the ugly and bad happening while being cynical and sensitive to what was said to me, and about me.
I also started questioning my ability and integrity to realise the purpose-driven aspirations for the different projects, including for my social enterprise Hush TeaBar, when a burnt out manager and a burned up team struggled to keep it together, harmoniously.
I know these to be early signs of burnout from the Maslach Burnout Inventory but I did not "let" myself burn... yet. As a leader and employer to more than a few, I didn't think I could/should because I felt I had to hold it together to keep jobs intact and hopes alive.
Decoding Asia newsletter: your guide to navigating Asia in a new global order. Sign up here to get Decoding Asia newsletter. Delivered to your inbox. Free.
Share with us your feedback on BT's products and services
TRENDING NOW
Shelving S$5 billion office redevelopment plan proved ‘wise’ as geopolitical risks mount: OCBC chairman
Why where you park your joint venture matters: Lessons from a US$689 million shareholder dispute
China pips the US if Asean is forced to choose, but analysts warn against reading it like a sports result
Singaporeans can now buy record amount of yen per Singdollar
