Preventing staff burnout

Preventing staff burnout
MARK: We are now joined by Juma from our HR Solutions team. G'day Juma, how are you?

JUMA: I'm not too bad, Mark. How are you?

MARK: Well, I'm very excited about Travis Head's century. 143. I don't know if you're a cricket fan, but clearly, I am. But let's stop talking about it and talk about preventing staff burnout. Juma, what tips do you have for people?

JUMA: Good afternoon, viewers. As we know, the topic for discussion this week is preventing staff from getting burnt out. As we enter the second half of the year, it is crucial that we provide and maintain employees with a healthy working environment to promote productivity.

MARK: Burnt-out employees can lead to decreased productivity, increased turnover, and a decline in morale. What steps can we take to address this issue?

JUMA: One step is creating a supportive work culture that values work-life balance and open communication. We can encourage breaks, set realistic expectations, and promote a positive atmosphere through team-building activities and recognition of achievements. Another step is offering stress management resources, providing access to mental health services, stress management workshops, and mindfulness techniques to help employees cope with stress. The final step is supporting work-life balance by promoting flexible working arrangements, such as remote work or flexible hours, allowing employees to control their schedules and prioritize self-care.

MARK: Communication is key in understanding if people are approaching burnout. It's crucial for both employees and managers to communicate effectively to explore options like team-building and flexible working arrangements.

JUMA: Absolutely, Mark. It's about creating a healthy and supportive work environment to prevent burnout.

MARK: Thank you, Juma. If anyone wants to chat with Juma about avoiding burnout or HR solutions, you can reach her at 0413051365 or email Juma at people2people.com.

JUMA: That's correct. Thank you, Mark.

MARK: And that's it for our discussion on preventing burnout. Thanks for joining us, Juma.

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Featuring Mark Smith

Season Two
Join Group Managing Director Mark Smith for the latest insights into the employment and job seeker markets. Explore our hot jobs across Australia and some exciting opportunities abroad in New Zealand and the United Kingdom.

This week, Mark is joined by our P2P Recruitment Expert to discuss the recent rise in burnout, and what steps employers can take to help prevent their staff from experiencing it.

About our speaker

Mark, a qualified Accountant, began his career with Deloitte in the late 1980’s. In 1994, he decided to make a career change to the recruitment industry. During his early recruitment career with two listed recruitment entities, Mark recruited and managed teams in both temporary and permanent disciplines in the Sydney, Brisbane and London markets.

In February 2005, Mark established people2people with Manda Milling and Simon Gressier. Mark is a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA), a member of the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (MRCSA) and a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (MAICD).​

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