Burnout is a growing issue for many workers, including those who have flexible schedules, new research from talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half shows. In a survey of more than 2,400 professionals in the U.S., 41% of respondents said they are more burned out now than a year ago. Results are nearly unchanged from a similar 2021 poll, suggesting more must be done to support employees' mental health and well-being.

Those most likely to report a rise in burnout include:
Gen Z professionals (47%)
Technology workers (44%)
Women (43%)
Employees who have been with their company for 2-9 years (43%)
Professionals based in Boston (50%), Charlotte (50%) and San Diego (48%)
At the same time, 35% of workers are uneasy about expressing feelings of burnout with their manager. View an infographic of the research highlights.

"It's concerning that many professionals continue to feel increased burnout, even as companies are hiring to help manage workloads and business demands," said Paul McDonald, senior executive director of Robert Half. "Spotting signs of burnout can be harder when employees are working remotely, so it's especially important for managers to establish regular check-ins, set expectations and encourage staff to speak up if they're feeling overwhelmed."