Everything you've been told about burnout is wrong

Overview
Burnout is often misunderstood as simply working too many hours. This article argues that the root cause is a lack of genuine motivation within engineering teams and offers insights on how to address it.

Key Takeaways

• Motivation, not just workload, drives burnout.
• Short breaks alone are insufficient to prevent burnout.
• Building believable, purpose-driven motivation can improve team health.

Who Would Benefit

• Engineering managers seeking healthier team dynamics.
• Technical leaders looking to improve motivation.
• Developers experiencing chronic fatigue.

Frameworks and Methodologies

• None specified