Workshop Outline
Welcome & Workshop Objectives
Clarify what “masking” and “burnout” look like in today’s workplace
Highlight why hidden struggles matter for engagement retention and compliance
Exploring Masking in the Workplace
Define masking and why employees hide their true thoughts or feelings
Typical scenarios: neurodivergent camouflaging emotional labor cultural code-switching
Costs of masking: stress buildup decreased authenticity impact on team dynamics
Understanding Burnout and Its Early Signs
Core dimensions: exhaustion cynicism reduced efficacy
Subtle indicators: frequent sick days disengagement drop in creativity
Distinguishing burnout from ordinary stress
The Masking–Burnout Connection
How sustained masking accelerates emotional exhaustion
Case vignette: manager who masks to fit in then spirals into silent burnout
The risk of under-reporting when individuals feel unable to share struggles
Identifying Hidden Struggles in Your Organization
Proactive listening: pulse surveys skip-level check-ins anonymous suggestion channels
Signals from people managers: team mood shifts performance dips social withdrawal
Supporting Employees Through Visibility and Trust
Fostering psychological safety: role-model vulnerability normalize asking for help
Reasonable adjustments: flexible scheduling quiet zones tailored workload planning
Training managers to recognize masking cues and respond empathetically
Action Planning & Resources
Quick-start toolkit: conversation guides mask-to-burnout risk checklist manager playbook
Internal resources: wellbeing platforms peer support networks curated reading list
Building a roadmap: integrate practices into performance reviews DEI efforts onboarding
Q&A and Next Steps
Address pressing questions and share real-time insights
Define immediate takeaways and longer-term initiatives for HR teams
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