Burnout Self-Assessment

The prevalence of burnout among leaders has been steadily increasing over the last few years. It is a condition that should be taken seriously and should involve a mental health professional or a physician.

To help you start considering whether you may be experiencing burnout, consider the following questions.

Please rate each statement using the following scale. Please circle the number that corresponds to your selection, then total your score to apply it to the scale at the end of the questions.

1 = Rarely

2 = Occasionally

3 = Frequently

I feel physically and emotionally exhausted 1 2 3

I am cynical about the future of my career. 1 2 3

I am impatient with my staff or co-workers. 1 2 3

I am told by my family or friends that I seem distant or not myself. 1 2 3

I am easily irritated. 1 2 3

I don’t feel productive. 1 2 3

I find it difficult to concentrate on my work. 1 2 3

I use food, alcohol, or drugs to feel better or feel numb. 1 2 3

I feel I have lost control over my job or life. 1 2 3

I don’t have an interest in connecting with family or friends. 1 2 3

I take my frustration out on others. 1 2 3

I find my office or workspace is increasingly cluttered. 1 2 3

I experience self-doubt. 1 2 3

I am at work more than 10 hours per day on average. 1 2 3

I think about quitting my job or changing careers. 1 2 3

Total your score for all 15 questions.

35-45: High - Burnout may be upon you. Focus on disconnecting from work to rest. Speak with a physician or mental health professional about your condition. Set boundaries. Organize your work to find capacity. Reflect on your mindset.

25-44: Moderate - Be aware of what is triggering your stress and try to deal with it. Examine your calendar for opportunities to fully disconnect from work.

15-24: Low - You appear to be managing your mindset and capacity well. Stay diligent. Look for opportunities to disconnect from work.

NOTE: This should not be used as a diagnostic tool for mental health treatment. The Assessment is a non-clinical tool to help you begin considering whether you are experiencing attributes that may be related to burnout. Please consult a physician or mental health counselor for diagnosis and treatment.