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Say More On Doing Less: How to Beat Burnout

Jul 2, 2024

Boston Globe journalist Shirley Leung shares insights on beating burnout post-pandemic. Topics include stress paradox, tips from experts, and the future of work flexibility. Learn ways to combat burnout and prioritize tasks for a healthier work-life balance.

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Quick takeaways

Recognize the universal yet isolating nature of stress.

Embrace flexibility in work schedules to prevent burnout and enhance well-being.

Deep dives

Shirley Leung's Personal Burnout Experience During the Pandemic

Shirley Leung, an award-winning business columnist and host of the Say More podcast, shared her personal burnout experience during the pandemic. She recounted hitting rock bottom juggling a demanding job covering economic fallout while caring for her young children at home. The overwhelming stress and challenges led her to a point of burnout, reflecting a common struggle many faced during the pandemic.

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Intro

2min

2.

Navigating Burnout Amidst a Pandemic

4min

3.

Navigating Changing Work Attitudes and Sponsor Highlights

3min

4.

Navigating the Stress Paradox

8min

5.

Driving in Silence and Imagining Escapes with Hyundai Santa Fe

4min

6.

Navigating Remote Work Challenges and Strategies for Well-being

6min

7.

Navigating Burnout and Prioritizing Tasks

5min

8.

Embracing Flexibility for a Burnout-Free Workplace

4min

Boston Globe journalist Shirley Leung is here to help us beat burnout and explore how the pandemic has changed our relationship with stress. You’ll learn:

What’s causing our stress paradox
The relationship between stress and work
Practical tips to beat burnout from a variety of experts
Why the future of work isn’t a one-size-fits-all schedule

Show Notes

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The No Club: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-say-no-to-office-housework-non-promotable-tasks/id1434354911?i=1000565478887

Burnout Quiz: https://www.careercontessa.com/resources/burnout-quiz/

Guest Resources:

Say More Podcast: https://www.bostonglobe.com/opinion/podcasts/say-more/

Shirley Leung: https://x.com/leung

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