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Fiona
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How often(if ever) do you burnout during work?
Currently interested in the engineering field and so I hope that if I know at least one con I can better prepare myself.
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Robert Epstein
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Naples, Florida
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Hi Fiona,
In addition to the fine responses from Sue Ann, let me suggest several other things.
I’ve had my share of burnouts over my 60 years in the engineering field. And “maintaining an open dialogue” with your manager is a great place to start. It has helped me enrich my current job many times. If over time that does not help, maybe it’s time to move on, either to another department or another employer.
Picking the right job for you helps to prevent burnout. Regarding job selection, consider this:
* From what you researched about it, would it feel good to you doing it everyday?
* Does it match your skills, the things you’ve been good at?
* What do people who really know you well think about you being in that field?
* Do the challenges that a particular career poses (like learning math, physics, etc.) excite or scare you?
* Will it likely pay you enough money to fit your lifestyle?
Also, almost every job hits burnout patches. One thing that helped me in the past is learning internal stress reduction techniques, like meditation and mindfulness. These mental practices have helped me even in the worst of circumstances.
Enjoy your journey!
In addition to the fine responses from Sue Ann, let me suggest several other things.
I’ve had my share of burnouts over my 60 years in the engineering field. And “maintaining an open dialogue” with your manager is a great place to start. It has helped me enrich my current job many times. If over time that does not help, maybe it’s time to move on, either to another department or another employer.
Picking the right job for you helps to prevent burnout. Regarding job selection, consider this:
* From what you researched about it, would it feel good to you doing it everyday?
* Does it match your skills, the things you’ve been good at?
* What do people who really know you well think about you being in that field?
* Do the challenges that a particular career poses (like learning math, physics, etc.) excite or scare you?
* Will it likely pay you enough money to fit your lifestyle?
Also, almost every job hits burnout patches. One thing that helped me in the past is learning internal stress reduction techniques, like meditation and mindfulness. These mental practices have helped me even in the worst of circumstances.
Enjoy your journey!
Thank you very much for this advice and information! I really appreciate you taking the time to answer my question.
Fiona
Amr Mohamed Salah Sherif, MSc, MBA, P.E.
Lead Structural Design Engineer
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Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
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Amr Mohamed Salah’s Answer
Hi Fiona, My Name is Amr is Have been Working As a structural Engineer for about 16 years, I want to till you that the main feeling that I feel during my work is the feeling of Achievement and self satisfaction, Yes some times the work load is too much and may be someone can feel burnout during the work, but that can't be the common feeling that you feel every day, if that's the case one must understand that he needs to change his career.
Sue Ann Arbogast-Huang, Ed.D.
Recruiting
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Seattle, Washington
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Sue Ann’s Answer
Hello Fiona,
Your question is indeed insightful! Recognizing burnout is crucial in every profession. A multitude of elements can trigger burnout, such as an overwhelming workload, strained coworker relations, looming deadlines, or an undermanned team. Moreover, personal issues outside work, like family matters, relationship hurdles, or financial stress, can also contribute to work burnout. If these stressors pile up and demand too much of my energy, I'm more prone to burnout.
When I find myself on the verge of burnout, I've found a few tactics to be beneficial: maintaining an open dialogue with my manager about my feelings, employing effective organization and prioritization methods, and having a hobby or person outside work that brings me happiness. Additional resources that have proven helpful include therapy, introspection about my job's pros and cons, and determining whether the causes of my burnout are short-term or long-term.
While burnout is a personal experience that varies from person to person, having a set of coping strategies can be a lifesaver.
Best of luck in your future endeavors!
Your question is indeed insightful! Recognizing burnout is crucial in every profession. A multitude of elements can trigger burnout, such as an overwhelming workload, strained coworker relations, looming deadlines, or an undermanned team. Moreover, personal issues outside work, like family matters, relationship hurdles, or financial stress, can also contribute to work burnout. If these stressors pile up and demand too much of my energy, I'm more prone to burnout.
When I find myself on the verge of burnout, I've found a few tactics to be beneficial: maintaining an open dialogue with my manager about my feelings, employing effective organization and prioritization methods, and having a hobby or person outside work that brings me happiness. Additional resources that have proven helpful include therapy, introspection about my job's pros and cons, and determining whether the causes of my burnout are short-term or long-term.
While burnout is a personal experience that varies from person to person, having a set of coping strategies can be a lifesaver.
Best of luck in your future endeavors!
Thanks so much for answering my question! The information has been quite useful to me
Fiona
Karen Murray
Network Engineer
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Winchester, Massachusetts
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Karen’s Answer
Experiencing burnout at work can certainly happen, but remember, it's crucial to prioritize your well-being to prevent it. Allow yourself to take short breaks throughout your workday. Even a few 15-minute pauses for a stroll can make a significant difference. Try to maintain a balanced diet as much as you can, incorporate exercise into your routine, and ensure you're getting enough sleep. Sometimes, taking a mental health day to unwind and regroup can be beneficial.
By focusing on the truly important tasks at work, you can filter out distractions and prevent burnout. Avoid the temptation to multitask or read every incoming email while working on significant tasks. Dedicate some time at the start or end of your day specifically for checking emails.
By focusing on the truly important tasks at work, you can filter out distractions and prevent burnout. Avoid the temptation to multitask or read every incoming email while working on significant tasks. Dedicate some time at the start or end of your day specifically for checking emails.