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Burnout Red Flags

January 26, 2026

By Debbie Bailey

Spot the Warning Flags Before It's Too Late

Burnout rarely announces itself with fanfare. It builds quietly - long before people disengage, make mistakes, or hand in their resignation.


By the time leaders notice something's wrong, the damage is often done. Energy has dropped. Trust has eroded. Good people are quietly planning their exit.

But burnout isn't inevitable, and it's not about individual resilience.


More often, it's a signal from the system that expectations, clarity, or ways of working are out of balance.


The challenge is recognising the early signs - before they become urgent problems.


Work that feels permanently urgent. Mistakes that are increasing. People who are "coping" rather than thriving. These aren't performance issues - they're system issues.


When leaders spot the patterns early, they can intervene thoughtfully - without drama, restructures, or crisis management.


This resource will help you identify the red flags that are easy to miss, understand what's really driving the pressure, and ask better questions before burnout takes hold.


Download the Burnout Red Flags guide and learn to spot the warning signs that matter most.

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