'Relight the fire' | What is 'rust-out' and are your employees showing signs of it?

‘Rust-out’ is a the latest buzzword sweeping the workplace, but what exactly is it?

Well, it's basically the opposite of burnout, and refers to employees being bored and idle in their job roles for too long and starting to experience just as much job dissatisfaction as they would with too much work on their plate.

Despite the term rust-out being relatively new, the attitude is all too common within the workplace, as statistics suggest that 91% of employees are not engaged in their work.

The benefits of ensuring your employees are engaged are paramount for business growth, as evidence suggests that absenteeism decreases by 41% and profitability increases by 21%, all by employees finding purpose and satisfaction in their day-to-day roles.