Work Life Burnout

Created by Lead Calculators, Modified on Mon, 29 Sep, 2025 at 12:57 PM by Lead Calculators

Similar to the Personal Life Burnout Calculator, the Work Life Burnout Calculator is also adapted from the Copenhagen Burnout Inventory (CBI) with adjustments for clinical relevance. It assesses levels of work exhaustion and burnout based on recent experiences. Users respond to questions about their work life by selecting answers that best reflect how often they have encountered these situations within the past 30 days.

The user will be asked the following questions:

Do you feel overwhelmed by your work?
Is your work emotionally draining?
Do you feel exhausted at the end of your workday?
Does your work frustrate you?
How often do you think, "I can't handle this anymore"?
Do you find every hour at work to be tiring?
Are you exhausted in the morning at the thought of another workday?
Do you struggle to maintain focus or motivation during work tasks?
Do you feel emotionally detached or indifferent toward your job?
Do you find it difficult to feel a sense of achievement at work?

Scoring system

The answers to the questions are converted into points to determine whether they are experiencing burnout in their personal life.

Do you feel overwhelmed by your work?

Answer	Point(s)
To a very high degree	100
To a high degree	75
Somewhat	50
To a low degree	25
To a very low degree	0

Is your work emotionally draining?

Answer	Point(s)
To a very high degree	100
To a high degree	75
Somewhat	50
To a low degree	25
To a very low degree	0

Do you feel exhausted at the end of your workday?

Answer	Point(s)
To a very high degree	100
To a high degree	75
Somewhat	50
To a low degree	25
To a very low degree	0

Does your work frustrate you?

Answer	Point(s)
Always	100
Often	75
Sometimes	50
Seldom	25
Never/almost never	0

How often do you think, "I can't handle this anymore"?

Answer	Point(s)
Always	100
Often	75
Sometimes	50
Seldom	25
Never/almost never	0

Do you find every hour at work to be tiring?

Answer	Point(s)
Always	100
Often	75
Sometimes	50
Seldom	25
Never/almost never	0

Are you exhausted in the morning at the thought of another workday?

Answer	Point(s)
Always	100
Often	75
Sometimes	50
To a low degree	25
To a very low degree	0

Do you struggle to maintain focus or motivation during work tasks?

Answer	Point(s)
To a very high degree	100
To a high degree	75
Somewhat	50
To a very low degree	25
To a very low degree	0

Do you feel emotionally detached or indifferent toward your job?

Answer	Point(s)
To a very high degree	100
To a high degree	75
Somewhat	50
To a very low degree	25
To a very low degree	0

Do you find it difficult to feel a sense of achievement at work?

Answer	Point(s)
To a very high degree	100
To a high degree	75
Somewhat	50
To a very low degree	25
To a very low degree	0

Score Calculation

The corresponding points the user's answers are summed to get the total points. The score range will then tell the user whether they're experiencing a specific range of burnout.

Score range	Burnout level
0 points	No burnout signs
1 - 250 points	Low burnout
251 - 500 points	Moderate burnout
501 - 750 points	High burnout
751 - 1000 points	Severe burnout

Default Email Responses

Each burnout level will have its own email responses, and what gets sent to the user depends on the calculated score. The email content can be customized when setting up this calculator to match your messaging better.

Score: 0 points, no burnout signs

You’re showing no signs of work-related burnout at this time. You likely feel grounded, engaged, and present in your professional responsibilities. Continue nurturing what’s working well and stay aware of any new stressors that may arise.

Score: 1 - 250 points, low burnout

Currently, burnout doesn’t seem to be significantly affecting your work life. If you’re experiencing stress, it may be due to short-term factors rather than deeper fatigue. Keep prioritizing what supports your well-being and professional connections.

Score: 251 - 500 points, moderate burnout

You’re showing moderate signs of work-related burnout. You might feel less energized, more easily frustrated, or like you're just going through the motions more often than usual. This is a good time to make adjustments—such as incorporating rest, reconnecting with supportive colleagues, or setting boundaries around what drains you.

Score: 501 - 750 points, high burnout

You’re experiencing high levels of burnout in your work life. You may feel emotionally worn down, physically tired, or disconnected from tasks you used to enjoy. While you may still be functioning, burnout is clearly present and could worsen without attention. Consider what’s draining you and how you can recharge.

Score: 751 - 1000 points, severe burnout

Burnout is severely impacting your work life, making even routine tasks feel overwhelming. You may feel emotionally and physically depleted. It’s crucial to prioritize recovery now—whether that means taking breaks, reflecting on your workload, or seeking support. Left unchecked, burnout can erode your professional performance and satisfaction.

To edit the copies of each email response, please see our help article on creating a calculator and editing the email templates.