As countless Americans suddenly need to balance working from home with everyday life, it's natural that they begin to feel symptoms of burnout. That's exactly why Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai decided to give his people a gift: A well-deserved day off. Pichai elaborated in a recent email to staff (first reported by CNBC): "I know many of us have been running hard non-stop for a [sic] weeks now and may be experiencing some burnout. So, I also used TGIF [a companywide meeting] as a chance to announce an official day off on May 22. "Take the time to do whatever you need to do to prioritize your well-being." At first look, it's a simple gesture. But this decision is actually a brilliant lesson in emotional intelligence, the ability to identify, understand, and manage emotions. Let's break down three reasons why. (Read more in today's column.) #google #leadership #management #coronavirus #COVID19 #mentalhealth #burnout #EmotionalIntelligence #MakeEmotionsWorkForYouNotAgainstYou …see more