What to Do When You’re Feeling Burned Out Mid-Career

We all feel burned out from time to time. But if you’re mid-career you might be feeling this more acutely right now. You have responsibilities to a team and upper management. You have built equity and significant contributions to a retirement plan. You might have a family that you support.

Whatever your reality, you’re not alone: nearly 60 percent reported experiencing negative impacts because of work-related stress associated with workplace burnout, according to a recent study. And, you have choices. Take a look at this piece in Psychology Today by our assistant vice president, Allison McWilliams (’95), Ph.D., for three key questions you need to ask yourself, right now.