When diagnosing the cause of professional burnout, people often point to high-pressure environments where overwork is the norm. Yet, according to executive advisor Liz Wiseman, it’s not always too much work that causes employees to lose steam, but rather too little impact.

So how can you make an impact at work and gain momentum and ease in the process? Start by finding out what’s energizing your company and how you can be of service to that mission. In this video lesson, Wiseman defines the concept of impact players and how becoming one can help you avoid burnout by making a difference.