Leadership

Burnout in the Modern Workplace: A Strategic Organizational and Leadership Risk

Burnout is not an individual well-being concern but a critical organizational and leadership challenge. Recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO, 2019) as an occupational phenomenon, burnout results from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed. In complex, fast-paced, and increasingly intercultural work environments, burnout affects not only employees but leaders at every level - quietly eroding performance, engagement, and long-term sustainability. To address burnout effectively, organizations must understand its roots in stress, leadership dynamics, and systemic work design. Burnout is a process - and with the right leadership support, it is preventable and reversible.

IQ vs. EQ: Why Emotional Intelligence Drives Sustainable Leadership Success

IQ is a familiar concept for most of us. Designed to measure intellectual ability, it is often associated with cognitive skills such as logical reasoning, problem-solving, and abstract thinking. Emotional intelligence (EQ), by contrast, refers to our ability to recognize, understand, regulate, and use emotions effectively in ourselves and in our interactions with others. For decades, psychologists, educators, and business leaders have debated which type of intelligence contributes more to success, satisfaction, and well-being. While both play an important role, research increasingly suggests that IQ alone is not sufficient for thriving in personal, relational, social, and professional life. Importantly, IQ captures only a narrow slice of human functioning. It does not assess how people cope with stress, navigate relationships, motivate themselves, or handle emotionally complex situations—skills that are essential for everyday life and leadership.