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Burnout EXPOSED What's Really Causing It
Feb 13, 2026
Steven Pope
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Your best employee isn’t lazy. They’re running on empty. This video explains how employee burnout really starts, why it often goes unnoticed, and what happens when leaders wait too long to act.
You will learn how to spot early behavior changes, tell the difference between burnout and poor fit, and understand when recovery is possible and when it’s not. The video also explains how meeting overload, client stress, and nonstop work slowly break strong performers.
If you want fewer mistakes, fewer complaints, and healthier teams that last, this breakdown shows what to watch for and what to change early.
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Why burnout confuses business owners
01:19 – Agency work and nonstop workload pressure
03:45 – When burnout becomes permanent
06:21 – Wrong seat vs burnout explained
08:40 – How burned out employees hurt teams
10:53 – Early warning signs of burnout
12:32 – Why meetings cause employee stress
15:16 – Burnout vs quiet quitting
17:45 – Why recovery usually fails
19:35 – Advice for burned out employees
21:45 – Culture, learning, and final thoughts
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