Work-related burnout knows no boundaries when it comes to gender or professional background. Despite this, recent data reveals a troubling trend: a growing number of women are experiencing higher levels of burnout compared to their male counterparts.
While remote and hybrid work arrangements brought flexibility, they also introduced new challenges that disproportionately affected women. Shifts in caregiving responsibilities, evolving job roles, and unequal expectations have all contributed to heightened burnout among female employees.
The consequences of burnout are profound, impacting both individual careers and organizational effectiveness. A significant number of women are actively seeking new employment due to burnout, and many are taking more time off for mental health reasons.
Employers must take proactive steps to address these challenges. This includes reviewing policies to ensure fairness, conducting regular check-ins to monitor employee well-being, and implementing targeted support programs for burnout prevention.
For more insights on how to address the gender gap in employee burnout, please refer to the supporting infographic.
Addressing The Gender Gap In Employee Burnouts was created by Workplace Options, an organization offering corporate wellness solutions
