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Burnout Blocking: Do you work in media, marketing or creative sectors?

Karen ContrinoBy Karen Contrino07/01/20254 Mins Read

Burnout is no longer just a buzzword. It’s an occupational phenomenon, and for good reason. It’s what happens when work-related stressors like overwhelming workloads, a lack of recognition, and poor management take a serious toll. Seven in 10 professionals across the media, marketing and creative sectors reported experiencing burnout in the past 12 months, the 2024 Mentally Healthy Survey has revealed.

For years, businesses have waited until burnout strikes before doing anything about it. The result? A decline in productivity, morale, and team engagement. The real question is: why wait for the storm when you can prevent it? That’s where burnout blocking comes in.

Charlène Gisèle, a burnout advisor and high-performance coach, explains, “Burnout is often treated as a reactive issue, but the real opportunity lies in preventing it from happening in the first place. Burnout blocking is about getting ahead of the problem—creating a workplace where employees can thrive without ever reaching that tipping point.”

Burnout is a physical, mental, and emotional crisis. It starts small but builds over time, creating a cycle of stress that becomes increasingly difficult to escape. Gisèle points out that burnout isn’t just about feeling overwhelmed—it’s about being stuck in a survival mode that affects everything from decision-making to relationships at work. “When your sympathetic nervous system is constantly triggered, you’re in fight-or-flight mode. It limits your options, your ability to think critically, and your capacity to perform. At that point, you’re not working at your best, and you certainly aren’t engaged.”

Burnout blocking is gaining attention as companies realise the importance of creating preventative solutions. Instead of waiting for employees to burn out, businesses are beginning to implement strategies designed to safeguard against it. It’s a mindset shift that prioritises wellbeing, long before burnout becomes an issue.

“Burnout blocking is akin to preparing for a storm,” says Gisèle. “One doesn’t wait for the rain to start before constructing a shelter—planning ahead is key. In the business context, this means cultivating a culture where support is integrated into the daily operations and wellbeing is viewed as a strategic asset. It’s about developing frameworks that prevent stress and poor mental health from escalating, rather than simply responding once issues have already reached a critical point.”

The workplace has undergone significant changes in recent years, and it is now more evident than ever that organisations must implement policies designed to safeguard their employees. This may involve offering greater flexibility, the “right to switch off”, reducing excessive workloads, or fostering an environment where employees feel genuinely valued. With economic challenges set to intensify in 2025, including tax increases and the rising costs associated with new employment rights, businesses are seeking cost-effective strategies to protect their teams from burnout.

“The cost of burnout is enormous—both in terms of productivity and retention,” Gisèle explains. “If you’re constantly losing good employees or seeing your team’s performance tank due to burnout, that’s a bigger drain on resources than investing in proactive strategies. Burnout blocking doesn’t just save money; it drives long-term success.”

Gisèle stresses that open communication is key to blocking burnout. “We need to be having honest conversations with our teams. Setting clear role expectations, offering flexibility, and providing managers with the tools to spot early signs of burnout are all essential. The earlier you act, the easier it is to keep burnout at bay,” she advises.

Burnout blocking goes beyond merely preventing burnout; it involves cultivating a culture of support, engagement, and productivity. It is about proactively safeguarding your team’s mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical wellbeing, ensuring they can perform at their best every day. In a world where burnout continues to be a growing concern, businesses that focus on preventing it before it takes hold will build stronger, more loyal teams and achieve long-term, sustainable success.

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