Beyond burnout: What helps—and what doesn’t

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Share this email Share this email on LinkedIn   Share this email on Twitter   Share this email on Facebook   AN ARTICLE A DAY, PICKED BY OUR EDITORS   Edited by Katherine Tam   Digital Editor, New York Pre-pandemic, being busy sometimes seemed like a badge of honor. So how did workers worldwide go from busy to burned out? Despite considerable investment in wellness, burnout rates have soared to record levels—and contributed to a mental-health crisis that is growing across the globe. In a new episode of The McKinsey Podcast, Erica Coe, McKinsey partner and coleader of the McKinsey Health Institute, talks about what leaders can do to alleviate conditions that cause burnout, including toxic workplace behavior, and how to create solutions for lasting change. Tune in and make mental health a priority.  Beyond burnout: What helps—and what doesn't Despite leaders' best efforts, worldwide burnout persists. New research reveals why—and how to help employees begin to thrive again. Focus on mental health Quote of the day "If you're not leading with compassion, then you risk losing talent because that's what the next generation expects." —Poppy Jaman, global CEO of MindForward Alliance, on how leaders can promote well-being in "Leading with compassion: Prioritizing workplace mental health" Chart of the day See today's chart   ALSO NEW Present company included: Prioritizing mental health and well-being for all A McKinsey Health Institute survey across 15 countries highlights how employers can make mental health a reality, especially for young workers. Make it a priority   Addressing employee burnout: Are you solving the right problem? Employers have invested unprecedented resources in employee mental health and well-being. With burnout at all-time highs, leaders wonder if they can make a difference. Our research suggests they can. Address employee burnout   Heat waves, the war in Ukraine, and stigma: Gen Z's perspectives on mental health A new McKinsey Health Institute survey finds that Gen Z may have higher levels of perceived stigma compared with other generations, but they may be more accepting of people with mental illnesses. Get the latest   Follow our thinking Share these insights Did you enjoy this newsletter? Forward it to colleagues and friends so they can subscribe too. Was this issue forwarded to you? Sign up for it and sample our 40+ other free email subscriptions here. This email contains information about McKinsey's research, insights, services, or events. By opening our emails or clicking on links, you agree to our use of cookies and web tracking technology. For more information on how we use and protect your information, please review our privacy policy. You received this email because you subscribed to the Daily Read newsletter. Manage subscriptions | Unsubscribe Copyright © 2022 | McKinsey & Company, 3 World Trade Center, 175 Greenwich Street, New York, NY 10007