Preventing Burnout in HR & Teams

Welcome to 'Preventing Burnout in HR & Teams.' This comprehensive course is designed to equip Human Resources professionals and organizational leaders with a deep understanding of the current state of workplace well-being in Australia as of 2025. Leveraging extensive research from Johns Hopkins University, Great Place To Work, and the Corporate Mental Health Alliance Australia, we move beyond surface-level wellness tips to analyze data-driven insights, legislative changes, and structural interventions that define a thriving workplace culture.

We begin by establishing the context of well-being following the economic pressures and return-to-office mandates of recent years. You will explore significant legislative shifts, such as the 'Right to Disconnect' and the 'Managing Psychosocial Hazards at Work' Code of Practice, which are reshaping employer obligations. The course examines the specific vulnerabilities of different demographics, including the high burnout rates among young workers and frontline managers, as well as the unique challenges faced by sectors like Healthcare, Retail, and Financial Services.

Throughout this course, you will gain the knowledge to:

• Analyze trends from the Well-Being at Work Index and understand the trajectory of mental health in Australia from 2020 to 2025.
• Identify the root causes of burnout, distinguishing between work-related stressors—such as lack of control and cognitive load—and personal factors.
• Quantify the cost of presenteeism and understand how work-related stress combined with mental health concerns impacts productivity and retention.
• Implement actionable strategies for organizational redesign, including 'Level Skipping,' 'Boundary Spanning,' and building trust-based cultures.
• Review real-world case studies from organizations like McNab Construction, Hilton, and REA Group to see successful evidence-based interventions in action.

By the end of this course, you will be able to interpret complex well-being data, identify specific psychosocial hazards within your organization, and implement strategies that prioritize mental health alongside operational performance. Join us to transform your approach to employee well-being and build a more resilient workforce.