This CEO values hiring individuals who have previously experienced burnout.

During a job interview, hiring managers frequently inquire about how candidates handle difficult situations. Adriane Schwager directly queries applicants about their experience with burnout.

"Schwager wants to see that someone has burned out, despite some people viewing it negatively."

GrowthAssistant, a hiring platform, is led by Schwager, who has over 20 years of experience in recruiting and has interviewed thousands of candidates.

Schwager wants to assess if candidates are aware of their burnout, communicate their needs to their manager, and take action to address the feeling.

"Burnout is inevitable in a fast-paced startup environment," she says. "When hiring talented individuals, I need to determine if they can manage their workload effectively."

She acknowledges that she has learned from her experience of burning out and now takes two days off every quarter with no phone, no internet, and no distractions.

Schwager frequently alters the phrasing of her inquiry to account for any variations in the candidate's understanding of burnout. For instance, she may inquire: "Can you describe a moment when your motivation waned?"

""One of the valuable outcomes of this question is identifying those who are self-aware about their burnout," she remarks."

"She'll inquire about the time they pushed themselves the hardest at work to determine if they have the necessary strength and motivation to excel in their job," she explains.

Understanding someone's burnout history can aid in being a better boss, according to Schwager.

Recently, Schwager inquired about one of her reports' long working hours. She then asked, "Is that burnout or passion? How will I recognize when passion turns into burnout?"

"I want to be able to look out for my employee in that way as her manager: Hey, I've noticed a pattern. You mentioned this was your pattern when you're approaching burnout. Is there something we should discuss here? Do you need help prioritizing?"

In the end, she expresses her desire to learn about ways she can assist them.

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