Burnout in Tech: Why It Hits So Hard and How to Recover

Tech compresses the worst burnout drivers into one industry: always-on culture, endless reorgs, layoffs, and work that often feels disconnected from impact. Recognizing the pattern is half the recovery.

Common signs

Frequently asked questions

Should I quit my tech job to fix burnout?

Sometimes. But quitting without addressing the underlying patterns means burnout follows you. Try restructuring first.

Is RSU vesting a real reason to stay?

It is a real factor, but health and capacity are also real. Calculate the dollar value of the years of recovery you would lose.

Will AI make tech burnout worse?

It is making cycles faster. The defense is the same: real focus blocks, real recovery, real meaning.