Name Qamar Hassan Iqbal

Submitted Ms. Rabeea Ishaq

To

Subject Project HR &

Communication

Program MS Project Management

Semester Spring 2023

Sap ID 51070

Case Study 1
Q2: Being an HR/ strategic leader of your project how can you address burnout issues?
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What Is Burnout?

Two important definitions of burnout are:

 "A state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by long term involvement
in emotionally demanding situations." – Ayala Pines and Elliot Aronson.
 "A state of fatigue or frustration brought about by devotion to a cause, way of life, or
relationship that failed to produce the expected reward." – Herbert J. Freudenberger.

Steps to address Burnout Issues:

Here are some steps we can take to address burnout issues:
 Set realistic goals/expectations: Setting unrealistic goals and expectations can lead to
burnout and frustration. Make sure that the workload and deadlines are realistic and
achievable. Ensure that our team members have the resources they need to achieve their
goals and meet their deadlines.
 Having low energy, and little interest at work: Encourage team member to make energy
level high and interest in work with help of arranging Seminar, informative documentary
about work.
 Provide training according to work and development opportunities: Offer our team
members, opportunities for training and development, as this can help them build their
skills and feel more motivated. Providing opportunities for growth can also help prevent
burnout by giving team members a sense of purpose and progress.
 Get More Exercise and Entertainment: We can also provide resources such as
meditation apps, physically games, gym memberships, or wellness programs. Encourage
our team members to take care of themselves by taking breaks, eating well, and getting
enough sleep. Encouraging self-care can help reduce stress levels and prevent burnout.
 Balance in work-life and Arranging seminars: Encourage your team members to
maintain a healthy work-life balance. This can include flexible work arrangements, such
as working from home or allowing them to adjust their schedules. Company will arrange
seminar’s for refreshing of employees. Encouraging work-life balance can help reduce
stress levels and prevent burnout.
 Work with purpose: Create a positive work environment where team members feel
valued, supported, and appreciated. This can include recognizing their contributions,
providing feedback, and offering opportunities for career growth. Create some appreciation
on work completion. A positive work environment can help prevent burnout by promoting
a sense of community and belonging.
 Perform a job analysis, and eliminate or delegate unnecessary work: Keep an eye on
team members' workload and stress levels. If you notice that someone is struggling, step in
and offer support or adjust their workload accordingly. Reduce unnecessary work load
from team member. Proactively monitoring workload and stress levels can help prevent
burnout before it occurs.
 Offer support and resources: Offer support and resources to team members who are
experiencing burnout. This can include counseling services, employee assistance
programs, or other resources to help them manage stress and prevent burnout. Offering
support and resources can show team members that we care about their well-being and are
committed to helping them succeed.