Note from bmpconsulting: This post was originally published on Foundant Technologies. Reposted with permission.
One question sparked the conversation. “Have you ever experienced burnout?” As a grant professional, we have a never-ending workload of deadlines and reporting. To make matters worse, we often face unrealistic expectations and an ever-increasing level of frustration due to timeliness or lack of information on the part of our coworkers.
A 2019 survey of grant professionals from across the country indicated that 84% of respondents suffer from the symptoms of burnout, including exhaustion, sleeplessness, fatigue, and poor concentration. Also, 78% reported being cynical or distrustful at work.
