Exploring demands from the perspective of employees identified as being at risk of burnout
Cecile Gauche1, Leon T de Beer1, Lizelle Brink1
1a WorkWell Research Unit , North-West University , Potchefstroom , South Africa.
Purpose:
Burnout has become an occupational health concern. However, little is known about the experiences of individuals identified as being at risk of burnout. This study aimed to address this gap by exploring employees' experiences of well-being who were identified as burnout risks.
Method:
Interviews were conducted with 26 employees who agreed to participate in the study. A phenomenological approach was taken, with a case study design as the research strategy.
Results:
Three major themes were identified: job demands, life demands, and health concerns. It was evident that participants were experiencing demanding conditions in both their work and personal lives, indicating burnout to be a multi-domain phenomenon.
Conclusions:
Professionals and managers should take note of these results to assist and support employees who are identified as being at risk of burnout.
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