‘I can’t imagine doing this for the rest of my life’: SG millennials say they’re burnt out by corporate grind
SINGAPORE: The corporate grind is hardly a new source of misery, but an increasing number of workers seem to be questioning whether the long hours, endless KPIs, and weekend emails are really worth it. For some, years of trying to keep up have left them thoroughly exhausted, with the prospect of spending another decade doing the same thing proving rather less appealing than it once did. So, is…
Singapore's corporate grind is leaving many millennials feeling burnt out and questioning the value of long hours, constant KPIs, and weekend emails, according to a recent poll on the r/askSingapore community. One woman who quit her corporate job five months ago walked away from the rat race, while others shared their experiences of burnout, frustration, and a growing reluctance to spend their best years chasing promotions and pay rises.
A 27-year-old Gen Z worker complained of "performative work" and mental health struggles, while a 40-year-old millennial admitted to frequently considering quitting their job due to the strain. Another worker expressed that they were not yet burnt out but were increasingly disenchanted with corporate life. Despite their concerns, some millennials who had already left the corporate world reassured their burnt-out colleagues that stepping away is a reasonable choice when the pressure becomes too intense.
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