Burnout stories - Page 2

Two NZ startups, Employment Hero and Clearhead, join forces to make affordable mental health support accessible for employees in small businesses.

Australian SMBs spend on average AUD $7,600 yearly on recruitment, yet only 6% rate their hiring process as excellent amid economic struggles.

Louisiana tops the US as the most workaholic state, with longest hours and lowest work-life balance, amid a growing southern trend of job-related stress.

Nearly half of Australians now prioritise pay rises over flexibility, with job loyalty rising amid economic uncertainty and work stress in 2026.

Poor manager quality is the leading cause of staff turnover in Australia, with burnout and limited AI support worsening the situation, a survey of 855 workers finds.

Complex enterprise software is costing the UK economy GBP £32 billion yearly, with wasted investments and lost productivity hindering business growth.

US CISOs face soaring stress as cyber incidents rise; 73% faced major breaches recently amid high board expectations and AI threats.

One in three database administrators in the UK are considering career changes amid rising work pressures and growing complexity, says new report.

Amid rising burnout, just 18% of Australian workers consider changing jobs, favouring stability over uncertainty, reveals new ELMO Software research.

Poor IT support is harming morale and performance across UK firms, with 72% of IT pros reporting negative impacts on job satisfaction, TOPdesk finds.

As liquidation rises 31.9%, NZ small businesses face a tough holiday battle for staff, cashflow and compliance to keep operations thriving beyond survival mode.

Almost 59% of Australian employees report work-related mental distress, amid rising burnout and calls for improved workplace wellbeing measures.

UK firms embrace AI to support, not replace, customer service agents, blending tech with empathy for better CX and stronger customer loyalty in 2025.

Therappai launches a waitlist for its AI-powered video therapy app, aiming to offer 24/7 mental health support and crisis alerts from November 2025.

Asia Pacific workers prioritise flexible hours and wellbeing over pay, as 75% support return-to-office policies but seek more control over schedules.

Contact centres in Australia and New Zealand embrace AI for efficiency but face challenges in rebuilding trust and support for human agents amid rising job anxieties.

Australia honours IT professionals on National IT Professionals Day, spotlighting their vital role in AI advancement amid skills shortages and rising burnout.

Singapore's IT sector faces severe burnout and a widening skills gap, with 64% of cybersecurity professionals experiencing stress amid rising talent drain.

Education institutions have improved ransomware defences and reduced costs, but IT staff face high anxiety and burnout amid growing AI-driven cyber threats.

Only 10% of UK firms are confident their workforce has the AI and technology skills needed for future growth, with staff resistance and skill exaggerations worsening gaps.