Demonstrate your understanding that burnout can happen for many reasons. Then, provide a few examples of the resolution steps you would take to that are aligned with the cause of the burnout scenario you described. Be sure to convince your interviewer that you have the emotional intelligence to navigate burnout scenarios with the tact and care required while doing what is necessary to keep your project on track.

"My approach depends on the individual, but there are a few key things I would do. First, I would bring the situation to light. I would ask the person how they are feeling and if there is anything I can do to support them. Sometimes all someone needs is to be heard and allowed to take a brief break to reenergize themself.

If the person feels burnt out because they have been working on the same thing for too long, I look for opportunities to shift work around on the team and let them take on a new challenge. Giving someone something fresh to focus on helps in many cases.

If they are burnt out due to stress, I work with them to get to the root of it. Sometimes we need support from additional resources, sometimes the person is not a good fit for the team, and sometimes they are ready to move on to another position. Depending on the cause, I work with them to develop a strategy to ensure their needs are supported and the team's needs are met simultaneously."