Burnout rarely announces itself. It creeps in quietly — through small changes in energy, focus, and morale — until suddenly your high-performing team is running on fumes.
Here are three early warning signs to watch for:
Productivity without progress
Your team is busy, but not effective. Deadlines are met, but creativity and initiative are slipping. This often signals mental fatigue and poor recovery — not laziness.
Subtle disengagement
Fewer cameras on during calls. Shorter answers. Less laughter. Employees may still show up, but they’re no longer bought in. Chronic stress and poor lifestyle balance erode motivation faster than most leaders realize.
“Always On” Behavior
Slack messages at midnight. Emails on Sunday. Even vacations aren’t real breaks. When people never disconnect, performance looks stable — until it suddenly isn’t.
What to Do About It:
Small changes make a big difference:
- Normalize conversations around rest, nutrition, and recovery.
- Encourage short breaks and movement during the workday.
- Partner with wellness professionals who can assess and support your team’s unique needs.
At Momentum Nutrition, we help leadership teams build wellness into the company culture — not as a perk, but as a performance advantage.