Dossier
Rebecca Zisser
Coverage of Rebecca Zisser in the Nexus archive.
- Forget saving up for retirement. They're saving up for burnout.
Workers are increasingly saving funds—called 'burnout funds'—to finance recovery periods when they feel exhausted from work. The trend is linked to accelerating work paces, diminishing job security, and rising costs of living, with reports indicating widespread burnout among employees. Financial advisors suggest these intentional savings build flexibility for potential career resets or breaks.