Have you ever felt like your brain is running at full speed, yet you’re getting nowhere? Lately, that’s been my reality. My ADHD brain has switched into hyperfocus mode, but instead of turbocharging my productivity, it’s left me drowning in tasks. I can see everything I need to do, but I can’t seem to fit it all into a single day. The frustrating part? I know I’ve handled this workload before, so why does it feel impossible now?
From BPO to a Whole New World
I’ve worked in technical and customer support for years, but my current job is a whole different ball game. Unlike the structured environment of a traditional BPO, my role now is a mixed bag of responsibilities that stretch far beyond just answering calls. Here’s how my workload has evolved:
What I Did in a BPO:
What I Do Now:
A year ago, I was juggling all of this like a pro. Multitasking was second nature to me. But since the new year started, it’s like my brain just hit a wall—I can only focus on one task at a time, and I have no idea how to get back to my usual multitasking groove.
The Unexpected Burnout
So, here I am on leave, doing nothing but sleeping, eating, scrolling through the internet, and repeating. It’s not that I don’t love my job—I genuinely enjoy creating presentations, talking to clients, and streaming demos. I work with an amazing team, yet I still feel like I’m carrying the weight of everything alone.
I keep asking myself, Why is this happening now? Maybe it’s the shift from working in a big team to taking on more solo responsibilities. In a traditional BPO, tasks were divided among multiple trainers, coaches, SMEs, and QAs. Now, I’m in a smaller company where I wear multiple hats daily. Ironically, I left the BPO world because I found it too monotonous, and now, I have the variety I wanted—but at the cost of feeling overwhelmed.
When Passion Turns Into Pressure
The biggest challenge isn’t just the workload—it’s the mental shift. I love what I do, but I also feel like I need to prove that I can handle it all. The pressure to perform, to meet expectations, to be “on” all the time, has been draining. Even the things I enjoy, like creating scripts and hosting live demos, feel exhausting some days.
I’ve realized that just because I can do it all doesn’t mean I should. Maybe it’s time to rethink how I manage my energy instead of just my time.
How Do You Handle Overload?
I know I’m not alone in this struggle. Have you ever hit a wall like this? How did you get past it? I’d love to hear your thoughts and advice—drop them in the comments and let’s figure this out together!
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