A business leader frequently assumes multiple roles, particularly when they are a small business owner. According to a recent study by Simply Business, up to one in three UK small business owners had already experienced burnout, and more than half (56%) have suffered poor mental health in the past 12 months.
Signs of burnout:
Depending on the person, burnout may manifest as physical tiredness, a sense of helplessness, angry outbursts, or social retreat.
It may show up at work as missed deadlines, procrastination, or a lack of enthusiasm in the task at hand.
To tell the difference between brief stress and more severe burnout, pay attention to these indications.
1. Plan ahead
To deal with any unneeded pressure, preparedness and planning are essential. Whether you like to make a weekly to-do list or make plans on a quarterly or annual basis, resolving issues beforehand will enable you to handle high-stress circumstances more effectively.
Make a thorough “to-do” list, but give everyday tasks priority. When organising your day, take typical working hours, lunch breaks, and potential interruptions into consideration. You may better manage your workload and experience less stress by using this strategy.
3. Delegate responsibilities
Give projects to dependable people, and leverage the skills of your team to overcome any difficulties that may arise. Your workload will decrease, and your mental health will improve. Never be reluctant to ask others for assistance.
4. Take care of yourself
As work-related stress rises, give priority to self-care, exercise, and a healthy lifestyle outside of the job. Be careful to get adequate sleep, eat wholesome foods, and exercise frequently. Stress can also be reduced by including stress-relieving activities into your daily schedule, such as yoga, meditation, or deep breathing.
5. Protect your free time
When possible, try to establish limits to safeguard your evenings and weekends, especially if you know a stressful time is about to start. This could entail having fun, going outside, visiting loved ones, or even just remembering to put your electronics away. If you give yourself time to recharge, you’ll work more effectively.
