National Leave the Office Early Day Arrives as Burnout Hits a New High
- On June 2, 2025, a dedicated day encourages employees to leave work early, drawing attention to the rising levels of burnout caused by prolonged hours and heavy workloads worldwide.
- This event takes place against a backdrop where two-thirds of employees report ongoing exhaustion, lack of motivation, and difficulties meeting deadlines due to overwhelming job demands.
- Companies respond by adopting flexible work policies like four-day, 32-hour workweeks aimed at reducing stress, enhancing engagement, and lowering costs with environmental benefits.
- Studies indicate that the vast majority of employees value a healthy work-life balance more than higher earnings, while issues related to burnout are costing organizations millions each year, negatively impacting both productivity and employee retention.
- The holiday calls for structural workplace changes focused on balance, flexibility, and real support to shift productivity toward managing energy and focus effectively.
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National Leave the Office Early Day arrives as burnout hits a new high
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