The Economic Times

Not overworked or burnt out. New hire quits in a week saying he was 'exhausted'. Manager was left surprised. Why?

A new employee quit a job within a week, not due to heavy workload, but a lack of it. This story highlights how prolonged idleness can be mentally exhausting. The absence of meaningful tasks led to stagnation and drained energy. Professionals need purpose and engagement to feel fulfilled. This challenges the common assumption that only overwork causes burnout.