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Dec 2023
21m 11s

171. The Ultimate Guide to Avoiding Burn...

Gary Miles
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In this podcast episode, host Gary discusses the topic of burnout, its causes, and warning signs, which were the focus of the previous episode. He then introduces 12 steps to prevent and overcome burnout, including seeking professional guidance, celebrating achievements, reflecting on career goals, communicating needs, taking regular breaks, and setting boundaries between work and personal life. He emphasizes that burnout is not inevitable and can be prevented with these steps.

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