Burnout Club

ARE YOU A CANDIDATE FOR THE BURNOUT CLUB?
By Mershon Shrigley

With the holiday season upon us, business people are particularly susceptible to a common malady - burnout. In fact, this disease is so common that those who contract it could be part of their own club - the Burnout Club.

Being overachievers, members of the Burnout Club have crafted a set of rules and regulations that members must follow in order to remain in good standing. If you comply with all or many of the following rules, you could be a member too :)

The 10 Rules and Regulations to join the Burnout Club

1. Be a perfectionist, never accept anything that is less than perfect...especially in yourself.

2. Always eat "fast foods", candy bars and caffeinated beverages for that quick energy you need to "stay ahead".

3. Work at least 10 hours a day and as many holidays and weekends as possible.

4. Assume responsibility for solving the problems of all your friends, co-workers and family.

5. Try not to delegate any responsibilities. However, if you must, be sure to micro-manage the project.

6. Never "waste time" relaxing (in case you forgot i.e. contemplating by the fire or taking a bubble bath).

7. Never say "no" as this may not please all the people all of the time. Remember to put everyone else's needs before yours.

8. Never "waste time" exercising.

9. Never take time off for yourself...rarely take a vacation...and when you do, be sure to feel as guilty as possible.

10. Get emotionally involved in everything you do.