Addressing Workplace Fatigue And Burnout: Four Tips For Employers

Workplace fatigue and burnout can affect employee health, morale and performance. When excessive workloads and ongoing stress are left unaddressed, employees may become physically and emotionally exhausted.

In this Forbes Business Council article, Lumaflex CEO John Graham Harper outlines four approaches employers can consider when supporting their workforce.

1. Promote a Healthy Work-Life Balance

Flexible schedules and appropriate remote-working options can help employees manage their professional and personal responsibilities. Employers should also review workloads and avoid creating a culture in which employees feel expected to remain available outside normal working hours.

2. Provide Additional Support

Employees experiencing stress or excessive workloads may need access to additional resources. This can include support from HR, counseling services, health resources or additional staffing where teams are consistently overstretched.

3. Encourage Regular Breaks

Short, regular breaks give employees an opportunity to recharge and regain focus. Leaders can encourage healthier habits by taking breaks themselves, scheduling suitable break periods and providing a comfortable space where employees can step away from work.

4. Explore Complementary Wellness Options

Red light therapy is one option some businesses are exploring within broader employee wellness programs. It should be presented as a voluntary complementary resource, supported by clear education and appropriate usage instructions—not as a treatment for workplace burnout.

Addressing fatigue requires more than a single activity. Employers should consider workload, workplace culture, flexibility and access to support when developing an effective wellness strategy.

This content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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Originally published by Forbes Business Council on May 28, 2025.