The New Worker Revolution - Burnout, Benefits, and the Battle for Talent

Could the future of work be unfolding in ways we never anticipated? As one of the millions of workers, there is no better time to be employed than in 2025! Look how far we have come: From the 8-hour workday to working from anywhere, employers and employees face new challenges.

Employee turnover rates are high globally and across industries.

And the culture of the worker has changed - individuals have different priorities in a cost-of-living crisis. The average employee tenure has been declining, with some reports suggesting a decrease from 4.5 years in 2022 to 4.2 years in 2024.

So, how do you keep up with the times?

In a world where employee demands can outweigh those of employers, what's gonna keep me a leader in the work revolution?

A world of new perks/benefits

Workers now have a say in their schedule- and it shows.

Employers are facing a new moment in history, where they are competing with other employers for top talent.

And what could be a deciding factor? The perks of the job, of course.

In a 2022 Canadian study, 14% of employers planned to increase benefits in an attempt to address the issue of retention.

From new leave options to quarterly incentives with a twist, we are seeing a rise in demand for meaningful perks. Birthdays can be so special- they are the one day in the year all about you, so why not have that day to yourself? you were thinking of taking leave anyway!

Discover birthday leave and the other perks of working at Accensis.

A culture of burnout? Soon, you'll have a culture of quitting

As the talent pool grows, so does the competition. But does it matter when employers aren't keeping up with the times?

With many former employees using their LinkedIn platforms to speak out against poor working conditions, a recurring conversation is about talented individuals who are experiencing burnout.

Sometimes, being competent feels like a disadvantage.

We have been on both sides of the conversation - the hard-working job seeker not recognised for their contribution, and an employer struggling to find talent that is up to the task. So the shining star rises - being able to cut through the noise, you would think any and all recognition in the workplace would be mutually beneficial.

But of course, that is simply not the case.

It's estimated that 1 in 3 employees currently face overutilisation working beyond the scope of their job description, wearing multiple hats and juggling tasks usually undertaken by 2 or more team members.

Burnout is the consequence of overworking. In their lifetime, 76% of employees will experience some level of burnout, and a large chunk are those deemed 'over achievers'.

Striking the balance between maximising talent and valuing humanity is tricky - here's the solution to nurture talent

Performance reviews are getting a makeover

We believe one's performance in the workplace needs to be assessed on a regular basis. Once a year just doesn't cut it - Recognition can disappear, and underperformers can slip through the gaps. Many companies, including us at Accensis, provide employees with the tools to accurately track their progress.

92% of employees want more feedback than just an annual opportunity to prove themselves.

For everyone to succeed, employees are demanding a more accurate representation of their contribution. Here's how this aids in enhancing your business value

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