Working remotely may not seem like the sort of environment where burnout thrives, but it is. Learn about ways to avoid common pitfalls and lead a more balanced work life.
Remote work has remained a popular option for many software engineers since the COVID-19 pandemic. As found in a 2022 survey by Terminal, four out of five software engineers want to work remotely. However, one of the largest threats of remote environments is burnout, with half of workers admitting to being affected by this sort of exhaustion in a global survey by Microsoft in 2022.
Left unchecked, burnout can cause sick days, decreased job performance, and increased attrition levels.