Over 13 million UK workers could be at risk of burnout according to Personio‘s Burnout Risk Index, which measures job insecurity, emotional strain, long hours, and turnover rates, cross-referenced with ONS employment data to calculate how many people across 10 major industries are most vulnerable. Finance workers face the greatest risk, scoring 87/100, followed by […]

Searches for “dealing with people at work” and “how to deal with negative co-workers” have surged by over 1000%, as the younger employers are turning to TikTok for handling workplace conflict… As TikTok becomes the de facto diary for today’s workforce, Instant Offices has revisited the #WorkTok phenomenon to understand how trends are shifting, and […]

Burnout has become the workplace buzzword of the decade. And yet, for all the talk of mindfulness apps, wellness perks, and “resilience training,” the problem hasn’t really gone away. In fact, if anything, it’s quietly getting worse. Here’s the uncomfortable truth: burnout isn’t just a personal issue. It’s something rooted in how work is structured […]

Experts at Instant Offices delve into the root causes of The Great Detachment, with burnout and limited growth opportunities being good examples of what lies behind the phenomenon. The recent report highlights why it’s crucial for employers to address this growing challenge. Instant Offices share actionable strategies, offering insights into how businesses can combat employee […]

On the surface, this seems like an ideal way to achieve financial freedom or personal fulfilment. However, there can be a negative aspect to this side hustle culture. Office experts, Instant Offices, have explored why polyworking may be doing more harm than good and how it can lead to an increased risk of burnout.  How […]

Have you heard of ‘pleasanteeism’? The term is starting to catch on which is great for creating awareness of the issue. Interestingly, searches for ‘burnout’ are also up 106% this week alone, it’s clear people are feeling the end-of-year blues. PAs and EAs are known to putting other people before their own needs and that’s […]

Over two fifths (44%) of UK office workers report sometimes or always experiencing feeling burnt out while at work, a new nationwide survey has revealed. The Digital Detox survey, conducted by Just Eat for Business, uncovers workers’ habits towards breaks and computer use, focusing on screen time. The study also includes expert comments on the mental impact […]

A quarter of UK office workers are putting in overtime hours every single day, a new nationwide survey into work life balance has revealed. The Digital Detox survey, conducted by Just Eat for Business, uncovers workers’ habits towards breaks and computer use, focusing on screen time. The study also includes expert comments on the mental impact of […]

Some 36% of UK workers are now skipping more breaks than last year, new survey data can reveal. The Digital Detox survey, conducted by Just Eat for Business, uncovers workers’ habits towards breaks and computer use, focusing on screen time. The study also includes expert comments on the mental impact of skipping breaks, and offers advice on […]

With UK Google searches for the ‘signs of burnout’ soaring by 300%, between September 2020 and now, it’s now more important than ever to detect burnout in your team. Burnout has become more pervasive during the pandemic. A Mental Health UK survey found that 46% of UK workers felt more prone to extreme levels of […]

Human capital management tech specialist Ceridian has released results from its annual Pulse of Talent report, which found the vast majority of workers surveyed in the UK have struggled with burnout, while 58% of surveyed workers are either actively seeking or open to new employment as job vacancies rise to record highs. Ceridian’s 2022 Pulse of […]

With burnout prevalent amongst Generation (Gen) Z, a UK performance learning expert is imploring UK employers to reconsider how they engage staff to protect the future workforce. Specifically, 85% of those independently surveyed for the research ‘Gen Z’s Great Expectations’ agree that the post-pandemic world of work is increasing burnout and highlights the impact of […]

Experts are warning that we’re seeing a ‘burnout build-up’ for employees, which is likely to grow as we move into the winter months. The last three months have seen a 221% spike in searches for ‘signs of burnout’, according to Google search data. This is the culmination of a year of heightened risk of burnout […]

In 2019, the World Health Organisation (WHO) classed burnout as a diagnosable syndrome because of stress in the workplace. Burnout affects more people than previously thought, with research finding nearly a quarter of the workforce suffer on a regular basis. Dune London has provided some research and advice on the issue, highlighting first the symptoms of […]

In 2019, the World Health Organisation (WHO) classed burnout as a diagnosable syndrome because of stress in the workplace. Burnout affects more people than previously thought, with research finding nearly a quarter of the workforce suffer on a regular basis. Symptoms of workplace burnout include: Feeling stressed Feeling cynical about working conditions and colleagues Emotionally distanced […]

The search term ‘working from home health’ has received a 6,700% uplift in searches within the last month alone, reflecting the nation’s concern that working from home for such an extensive period is impacting our health. Here, health practitioner Tammy Richards at the dispensary brand PureOptical presents the 5 major ways working from home impacts […]

By Debra Clark, Head of Specialist at Towergate Health & Protection Employees are at greater risk than ever of suffering burnout and employers should consider putting in place preventative and curative measures. For SME employers in particular, who are likely to have less capacity, it is important to look at tackling burnout in a sustainable […]

By Debra Clark, Head of Specialist at Towergate Health & Protection Employees are at greater risk than ever of suffering burnout and employers should consider putting in place preventative and curative measures. For SME employers in particular, who are likely to have less capacity, it is important to look at tackling burnout in a sustainable […]