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Shirley Leung: The Secret to Beating Burnout (From Someone Who’s Been There)

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Release Date: 01/10/2025

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Leung is an award-winning business columnist and associate editor of the Boston Globe, as well as host of a Globe Opinion podcast called “Say More.” 

She’s also a working mom who struggled to keep up with work and home-schooling her kids during the pandemic. Her motivation and abilities suffered until she finally acknowledged the problem and asked for help. 

After she regained her stride, Shirley dedicated herself to helping audiences understand burnout better.

During our show, Shirley will discuss: 

  • What burnout really is (it’s not just being tired)

  • Shirley’s personal experience and how she recovered

  • Practical tips to prevent or bounce back from burnout

  • Surprising insights on multitasking (and why it may not help you)

  • Heartwarming stories from her Boston Globe colleagues, including how they rallied for her during a health crisis.

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