Five tips on how managers can avoid loss of motivation and burnout

Managerial positions have a high risk of burnout. Why? Because being a manager means having responsibility for not only your own work but also that of others. Moreover, managing people requires a high level of patience, negotiation and communication skills. So it is no wonder that some managers occasionally lose motivation and are even at risk of burnout. How to avoid these problems? Here are five tips.

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These tips were published by Addicted2Success.com.

Set professional and personal goals

Some managers are so busy creating goals for their team and subordinates that they forget about themselves. Everyone needs to have a vision. Everyone needs goals and to be heading somewhere to feel motivated. So set goals for yourself, both professional and personal.

Don't ignore your own development

Sometimes there is so much managerial work to do that managers forget about their own personal development. This point builds on the previous one: remember to bear your own learning in mind. Keep up to date with new trends and set aside time for training, reading and personal development.

Plan your relaxation and breaks

In planning your work activities, be sure to schedule in some relaxation. We all need to switch off from time to time. This is why it pays to plan breaks during the working day when you can be free from distractions and work on your own things. This is important not only in terms of productivity, but more importantly for your overall mental health.

Learn to delegate work effectively

It is surprising how few managers know how to delegate work effectively to their subordinates. Yet this is one of the most important skills to master to avoid the risk of overwork and burnout.

Learn to talk about your mental health problems

In Czechia only a very small number of people go for therapy. A lot of people (including many managers) are afraid to talk about any  psychological problems in front of others for fear of showing some weakness. You don't have to go to a psychologist or therapist right away, but it is certainly a good idea to learn to talk about your mental health problems, be it, for example, only with family members.

 

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