burnout

​Do you feel like a fraud in your accounting role? You’re not alone. Imposter syndrome is common, particularly for individuals moving into new roles or taking advantage of promotion opportunities. In fact, around one-third of young employees suffer from imposter syndrome, and around 70% of all accounting professionals encounter the experience at some point in their careers. ...

​We all feel a little overwhelmed at times. Life, work, relationships, and countless other factors can make even the most organised person feel as though they’re drowning in their to-do list. Unfortunately, overwhelm is particularly common in the workplace, and in recent years, factors like the pandemic, changing work styles, and higher employer expectations are exacerbatin...

​Burnout isn't just a buzzword in the accounting landscape; it's a genuine problem facing many companies and accounting firms. Burned-out employees don't just feel overwhelmed or exhausted; they constantly experience the impact of stress, making it difficult to maintain high motivation, productivity, and efficiency. While burnout has become a more significant concern for bu...

​Burnout is a real problem in the accounting industry. The term, first coined by Herbert Freudenberger in 1974, isn't just a reference to feeling tired or run down at work. Burnout can quickly become a significant physical and mental illness, severely impacting your life and career. According to data from several studies from 2020, around 41% of employees felt burned out fro...