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I know my burnout rate and it's almost every 3-4 months, this is because I usually push myself to do so, and because I really like to work. I usually need to ta
by kinduff 4y ago
I know my burnout rate and it's almost every 3-4 months, this is because I usually push myself to do so, and because I really like to work. I usually need to take a week off, but when I can't, I do try to do a couple of things during a week or two tops:
1. Heads up to my boss: good communication releases the pressure of keeping the same pace and support from the company assuming it's a good one.
2. Start delegation to my "right hand": This is important because you need someone to take care of your team.
3. Get into maintenance mode: This is for me the most important bit, when you are burned out, you can't be productive. Trying will burn you out more, and it's going to be harder to recover. I usually try to have as little meetings as possible and just focus on the things I can do; small tasks if I need to code, documentation, among other stuff.
4. Enjoy the things: I usually game, but I also find myself watching Netflix in bed. Enjoy it, there's no shame on doing so. Guilt is dangerous, and reminding yourself you're not being productive is not good. So just enjoy yourself.
Hope this advice help!