CEO Burnout Crisis: Leaders Operating at 20% Battery, Warns Calm CEO

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Moneycontrol•24-12-2025, 09:03
CEO Burnout Crisis: Leaders Operating at 20% Battery, Warns Calm CEO
- •Calm CEO David Ko reveals most business leaders operate at 20% energy, indicating widespread burnout.
- •A Calm survey of 250+ C-suite executives found 48% overwhelmed, 25% anxious/depressed, and 40% struggling to be mentally present.
- •Half of surveyed executives considered stepping down due to mental strain, highlighting the severity of the issue.
- •Burnout among senior leaders causes ripple effects like increased absenteeism, turnover, and a "downward spiral" in teams.
- •Ko advocates for mental health interventions, stating people are a company's greatest asset, crucial for business success.
Why It Matters: Widespread CEO burnout is a critical issue impacting leadership, teams, and business, demanding urgent mental health focus.
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