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As a top team member, I am personally quieter and slower to respond because my CEO is getting a 49m payout for ruining my company while I got a 50.00 gift card. :)
Acting my wage baby
Burnout can hide behind solid output, especially with people who pride themselves on reliability. I’d suggest starting with curiosity, not concern. Just giving them space to share, even if it’s not about work right away.
Just talk to them. Might be dealing with family or health issues.
Could be burnout or quiet quitting. Has anything changed on the team lately? Set up time and check in - ask how they are really doing. Depending on your relationship with them, be more open. Have they taken time off lately? If not, encourage them to. Show them you care and are there if they need anything. Small things go a long way.
I would consider having a one on one with them. Depends a lot on the relationship, but just giving them the option to say something if they need to. Also letting them know it isn’t a bad thing when scheduling that! I wouldn’t pressure or pry, just touch base and go from there.
If they're already a bit reticent/intoverted, do not ask for a sit-down chat. This will likely scare the heck out of a person feeling vulnerable. Instead, "Hey, we haven't had lunch in ages, and I want to remind you how much I value you as part of the team "