The Learning Geeks Podcast
S6 E18: The Science of Change Fatigue and Burnout (with Britt Andreatta, PhD)
Aug 5, 2024
Britt Andreatta, PhD, an expert on change fatigue and burnout, dives deep into the psychological and neurological impacts of constant change. She discusses the rising prevalence of burnout in today's workplaces and shares effective strategies for coping with it. Britt highlights the necessity of rest and the importance of leadership in managing change. The conversation takes a fun turn as they explore Pixar's 'Inside Out 2,' using its themes to illuminate emotional growth and the importance of understanding our feelings.
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- Change fatigue significantly decreases employee willingness to support organizational changes, dropping from 74% to 38% in recent years.
- Prolonged exposure to stress can escalate change fatigue into burnout, necessitating effective strategies to support employee well-being during transitions.
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Understanding Change Fatigue
Change fatigue refers to the feelings of frustration and apathy that arise when employees encounter constant organizational changes. This fatigue is exacerbated by rapid changes in structures and processes, particularly in the wake of advancements in technology such as AI. Recent research indicates that employees now face an average of more than ten enterprise-wide changes per year, compared to just two in 2016, which has led to a significant decline in their willingness to support change—dropping from 74% to 38%. The pandemic has further compounded this issue, as many employees are now less equipped to cope with change, having been mentally taxed from the changes they experienced during that tumultuous period.
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