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Nine Ways To Prevent Job Burnout

forbes.com — Headed for burnout at work? Incorporating these quick and easy healthy habits into your life will help you recharge your batteries.

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  • hokie47, on 06/19/2008, -2/+3410. Office Sex
    • Gravey9, on 06/19/2008, -1/+411. Settle sexual harassment charges.
      • ryleyleckie, on 06/19/2008, -5/+612. ???
      • coyote1284, on 06/19/2008, -8/+113. Profit
        • RaulMuadDib, on 06/19/2008, -2/+0Too late and in the wrong thread. Loser!!
        • coyote1284, on 06/19/2008, -1/+1Was that ***** neccesary? 3 minutes off, that's damn near simul-post, especially if he'd just got to the thread as I was loading the page, douche-nozzle.
    • yuanzhoulu, on 06/19/2008, -1/+212. Introduce a beehive into the office and watch everyone stop working.
      13. Office sex with said beehive in-between.
  • spyd3rweb, on 06/19/2008, -0/+56I'm having a Forbes list burnout.
  • Thrilltone, on 06/19/2008, -2/+3Don't just stretch your legs on a plane, get up and walk around whenever possible, especially on very long flights, or you can die from a blood clot.
    (same thing goes for sitting at your computer or video game console)
  • Davinator, on 06/19/2008, -6/+6Dugg for 9 pages!!!

    coughcoughnotcoughcough
    • webkami, on 06/19/2008, -1/+9go see a doctor
    • hydriplex, on 06/19/2008, -0/+1that is a pretty bad cough.
    • passedoutghost, on 06/20/2008, -0/+0I'm afraid you have contracted the 'not cough' it is characterised by a snarky personality and sarcasm. I'm afraid it's terminal.
  • RockStarMVP, on 06/19/2008, -8/+3I don't think any of that is feasible with my job I have to sit in a room with no windows and record and or mix music all day but I'm sure my job is way cooler than anyone who worked on that lists is :P hahahahah
  • detales, on 06/19/2008, -0/+8None of this helps when you have a hangover...

    Ugh.
  • Owwmykneecap, on 06/19/2008, -0/+16Quit and do something meaningful with your life.
    • brundlefly76, on 06/19/2008, -0/+7yeah job burnout is pretty much your signal to move on.

      its tough because it might have started being your dream job, or pays more than anything else you could do, you romanticize about what it used to be - or could be - but hasn't been for a long time.

      That's why I left programming. I realized after 10 years that I really only enjoyed it the first 3. Best move I ever made.
      • dood, on 06/19/2008, -0/+2What'd you move on to?
        • brundlefly76, on 06/19/2008, -0/+2entrepreneurship
        • brundlefly76, on 06/19/2008, -0/+1Nothing specific - I'm involved in entrepreneurship, marketing, writing, consulting - rather then choosing a 'new career path', I simply keep my eyes and ears open and move from one interesting opportunity to the next based on what sounds most interesting at the time.


  • sandiegodude, on 06/19/2008, -3/+30Meh, Forbes list for execs with massive burnout syndrome. How about:

    10. Snort assloads of cocaine then fire off adrenaline fueled RAH RAH emails at 3 AM which don't make much sense. (I've had a CEO do this)

    11. ***** your Secretary. Then offer her diamonds to not tell, fully expecting her to write a book about it someday. Make sure she's hot though, don't be boning a nag when you can afford better. So what if she only types 35 WPM, have you seen that ass?!?!?

    I could add more from my personal experiences dealing with weird execs. My favorite (I work in IT) is the CEO who browses porn all day, then insists he doesn't show up on reports or get blocked by filtering software, even though he absolutely mandates it for everybody else in the company.
    • ryleyleckie, on 06/19/2008, -0/+5haha ***** epic
    • TheNakedChef, on 06/19/2008, -0/+5Your bosses are legends. Who wouldn't want to do #10 or #11? I can beat the last one, I was doing that with my CEO and co-workers, there was even time allocated for it during the day.
      • MadroxKran, on 06/19/2008, -1/+0You had time allocated for ***** the secretary? I wanna work there!
    • leerayIG88, on 06/19/2008, -0/+1what kind of porn?
  • Mudcrutch, on 06/19/2008, -0/+13Apparently I need an assistant to help me schedule exercise time. Let me run that by my boss.
  • groberts1980, on 06/19/2008, -1/+311. Get Away - You don't have to take a vacation to give yourself a break. Spending some time on a hobby you love, such as golf or playing music, can quickly re-energize you. If you're really stressed out, head for a relaxing place far from the stimulus of a TV, phones and e-mail, such as the park or a massage therapist's table.

    2. Cut The Processed Foods - Whether you're eating out with clients or tucking into fast food at your desk, a steady diet of restaurant food means big portions and hidden calories. Take a breather in your hectic schedule to cut out the processed foods, alcohol and caffeine and instead eat vegetables, whole grains, fruits and vegetables. You'll feel more energy and your digestive system, thanks to your increased fiber intake, will thank you.

    3. Champion The Cause - If you want to make sure you keep up a health regime, put your reputation on the line. Sponsor an employee health and wellness program. You're much more likely to follow through with taking the stairs or avoiding the vending machine if you're trying to encourage coworkers or employees to do the same.

    4. Fresh Air - A few deep breaths can clear your mind and refresh your body. Try taking six seconds to inhale and six seconds to exhale five times in a row once an hour. As you do so, focus on moving your stomach in and out, rather than just your chest. Done regularly, the practice will help relieve tension and may help prevent burnout.

    5. Eat In Silence - At Miraval Resort in Tucson, Ariz., corporate groups that take part in the new Executive Strategy Package enjoy a breakfast in complete silence. Instead of eating on the run or in front of a TV or Web site, the program shows executives the importance of putting their forks down in between bites, helping them eat less and feel more satiated, so they can taste a meal's textures and flavors.

    6. Get Your Assistant Involved - Hummingbird Coaching Services' experts know that executive assistants can be a big help in keeping their bosses healthy. Assistants set aside time in executives' schedules for health coaching and workouts and often play a role in choosing what restaurants they frequent.

    7. Use Your Competitive Edge - If you're a top executive, chances are you've got a competitive streak. Try leveraging your personality trait by setting a stress-reduction or fitness-related goal for yourself. If you really want to make sure you succeed, tell people about it.

    8. Sweat - While it won't actually rid your body of more than trace amounts of toxins, breaking a sweat will make you feel good mentally and physically. Take a run outdoors, get moving in the gym or step into a sauna to sweat out some of your stress.

    9. Stretch It Out - The next time you're on a plane and feeling stressed, let it out. Extend your legs under the seat in front of you, pushing your heels out and holding the pose for five minutes. Repeat three times. You'll get your blood moving and your mind off what's worrying you.
  • Gravey9, on 06/19/2008, -0/+4Hold that pose for 5 minutes???? I don't think I've ever held a pose that long in my life. I'd get stressed just from that.
    • reqage, on 06/19/2008, -0/+2It's called falling asleep at your desk.
  • craineum, on 06/19/2008, -0/+21That was the lamest ***** list ever.

    I don't know about you, but I don't think most of the people on digg are workaholic senior executives, I know I'm not.
    • Zipko, on 06/19/2008, -0/+2I'm usually pretty lazy, but right now I'm working over 90 hours a week for about a month. Last week I came in a 102 hours. After this project's done I hope I never have to do that again.
      • jriggs420, on 06/19/2008, -0/+5still found time for digg i see.
        • Zipko, on 06/19/2008, -0/+2http://xkcd.com/303/

          not quite like that, but I do get a few minutes of downtime here and there to check the news/digg. I'm not a smoker, but I'd imagine 5 minute build times are just as good as a smoke break.
        • xDibblerx, on 06/19/2008, -0/+1Programmer? Plan on getting "downsized" as soon as the project's done and then you can do the long hours again at your next job. :)
    • GutterBall1200, on 06/19/2008, -0/+2Yeah that list was retarded. I can't believe Forbes actually published it.
  • IphtashuFitz, on 06/19/2008, -0/+7Well I didn't manage to avoid burnout at my last job, being one of two admins for a small high-tech startup. The nightly calls because the site was having problems finally got me to the point where I dreaded hearing my phone ring. So one Monday I sent my boss an e-mail giving him two weeks notice, and about two weeks after that I had a month-long trip to Australia planned out. That was the most relaxing month I've had in years. I then took the entire summer off to take care of some personal projects I'd been wanting to focus on. After that I landed a much more relaxing job, and I can't be happier.
    • hokie47, on 06/19/2008, -0/+5You are lucky guy. Most people don't have the coin to go off to Australia for a month and take the summer off. And if you are married, good luck trying to convince your wife that you are taking a break.
    • donkz, on 06/19/2008, -1/+1You know it's hard out here for a pimp
      When he tryin to get this money for the rent
  • prrudman, on 06/19/2008, -1/+8Odd, there was no mention of browsing Digg instead of working....
    • robinohio1, on 06/19/2008, -0/+1
      • subliminalurge, on 06/19/2008, -1/+3No, no, no....

        He didn't say "when you're working", he said "INSTEAD OF working".

        Big difference.
  • Whackly, on 06/19/2008, -0/+5I get it. A repackaged stress reduction feature in the form of an awesome click through slide show. Brilliant!
  • MalkyMalc, on 06/19/2008, -0/+9Burnout? I have my feet on my desk and I'm on Digg in the middle of the day.
  • Joomal, on 06/19/2008, -0/+4LOL... what is the old guy doing in the "7. Use Your Competitive Edge" when working out?

    That barbell he's using is for curls or possibly skull crushers, not bench pressing or any exercise I know of that would have his arms and elbows where they are, at least not with a curl bar.

    A bench press would be done over the chest, not the rib cage, and with a straight barbell.

    Gotta love photographers... placing people in odd positions that just look wrong.
    • dericko, on 06/19/2008, -0/+3You've never seen people superset bench with skullcrushers and pullovers?

  • orchidee2, on 06/19/2008, -0/+1Might cause stress to go through all points of this list! I think, the best method of stress reduction is to smile at your co-workers and laugh with them as often as possible ...
    • getbuzy, on 06/19/2008, -0/+1Laugh at them when they leave the room. That's funnier.
  • alpha94, on 06/19/2008, -0/+6What a stupid article. It might as well say, just relax.
  • wedges, on 06/19/2008, -0/+1my god.... if your burning out at work, the first tip is to leave? aren't you burning out in a situation where you can't leave? and what about bringing your assistant in? "if you're feeling burnt out, have someone else do your work for you" what a joke.
    • subliminalurge, on 06/19/2008, -0/+1Yeah, just leave. Great advice.....

      'Cuz losing your car and home surely won't add to the stress at all.
  • coyote1284, on 06/19/2008, -1/+1Get Your Assistant Involved... in a hot after-hours orgy with the girl in accounting. Yeah, she looks proper at work, but you know she gets freaky when she lets her hair down.
  • s0nicfreak, on 06/19/2008, -0/+5Now I need to know how to avoid clicking through different ***** to read things easily put on one page burnout.
  • 955701, on 06/19/2008, -0/+9I'm going out on a limb here and making a stand: The Forbes top 10 lists suck. Why on earth are they ending up here, when people's personal blogs are more intesting (and have a less crappy spoon-feed your information feel to them)?

  • typea84, on 06/19/2008, -1/+4buried for providing a list that should be common friggin' sense.
  • LeCollectif, on 06/19/2008, -0/+5Forbes has fallen from grace with these weak top whatever lists.

    How do they keep making front page?
  • BurnTees, on 06/19/2008, -0/+4#10 - time to find a new job
  • xDibblerx, on 06/19/2008, -0/+4But what if I'm not an Executive? I don't have an executive assistant to throw my work at. I guess I'm a loser and not allowed to get job burnout. Poor me...
  • Karyyk, on 06/19/2008, -0/+4Dugg down for being absolutely worthless for most of us.
  • Kenzan, on 06/19/2008, -0/+5"Get Your Assistant Involved"

    Translation:
    Pass off all your ***** work to someone else and go golfing.
    • Haoie, on 06/19/2008, -0/+1Who has an assistant?

      I am an assistant!!
      • Kenzan, on 06/19/2008, -0/+1Then why are you posting on Digg instead of working?
        Go get me my damn coffee!
        I have to beat level 7 in Ninja Gaiden sometime today!
  • PointAndStare, on 06/19/2008, -0/+110. Quit One Of My Three Jobs
    Side effects may include not being able to pay bills, which may or may not in turn lead to the following: extreme stress/nervous breakdown, nausea, fatigue, depression, and the inability to pay subsequent medical bills; loss of home, car, and/or other personal possessions.
  • teethandeyes, on 06/19/2008, -0/+0They missed #10, taking large quantities of DXM before work.
  • cutebutnerdy, on 06/19/2008, -0/+1Thanks for the tip, I just did it and I feel so much better, but I still have 3 more hours to go, what now?
  • MadroxKran, on 06/19/2008, -0/+0It's too bad none of those have to do with job burnout.
  • mavedatthews85, on 06/19/2008, -1/+1#10. Get a new job.
  • bipolarruledout, on 06/20/2008, -0/+0Simple. Don't ever work more than 40 hours a week. And don't let them switch you to salery and expect 50 hours a week. Working to many hours doesn't make you look like a great worker, it's just makes you look like a pushover... Do be prepared to tell your boss to ***** off at a moments notice and have a polished resume ready and waiting.
  • Black6x, on 06/20/2008, -0/+1I read #6 as "get involved with your assistant"
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