Burnout doesn’t always arrive as collapse. Often it comes quietly — through numbness, over-functioning, and the slow fading of joy in work that once mattered deeply.
Burnout is a growing concern in engineering leadership. This article explores recognizing early signs, understanding root causes, and implementing actionable strategies to prevent burnout while fostering a sustainable engineering leadership career.
Small, thoughtful ways to support each other at work can have a big impact. Normalizing simple signals—like Slack statuses or images—helps create a healthier, more mindful workplace.