Failing to adapt and offer flexibility to employees leads to burnout

Tuesday 29 April 2025 PDF Print

Companies that fail to adapt and offer flexibility to their employees can lead to long-term decline, finds new research by Aalto University School of Business.

The study, conducted by researcher Nikolina Koporcic-Nietola and her colleagues, explored the effects of a static approach on companies and found that it leads to employee burnout.

Employees of companies that are stagnant can experience emotional exhaustion, cynicism, and a diminished sense of personal accomplishment.

These symptoms can lead to decreased productivity, increased absenteeism, and higher turnover rates, ultimately affecting a company’s performance and bottom line.

“Effective burnout management depends heavily on leadership empathy, open communication, and a supportive organisational culture. Leaders play a pivotal role in shaping the mental health of employees and facilitating burnout prevention and reintegration,” says Nikolina Koporcic-Nietola.

Burnout is a progressive condition that requires proactive measures to avoid compromising employee health and organisational performance.

By managing burnout effectively, companies can not only improve employee well-being but also maintain business competitiveness, reduce turnover, and ensure long-term organisational success.

The study was published in the Industrial Marketing Management Journal.


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