Overcoming Job Burnout How to Renew Enthusiasm for Work

by Potter, Beverly A.

• ISBN13: 9781579510749
• ISBN10: 1579510744
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2005-05-05
• Publisher: Ronin Publishing

Summary

Job burnout is something that doesn't go away - especially in a chaotic economy. It is a kind of job depression caused by feelings of powerlessness - loss of control over one's work. The effect is devastating. The victim dreads going to work. Productivity falls and life becomes hell. Burnout is stressful, but it is not caused by stress. Going on a vacation provides relief until the vacation is over and one must return to the job. OVERCOMING JOB BURNOUT describes how burnout can take hold and how to turn it around. Docpotter offers 8 proven strategies for increasing personal power and renewing enthusiasm for working. Book is filled with practical advice that the reader can implement immediately.

Table of Contents

Introduction
The Burnout Syndrome	p. 1
Causes of Burnout	p. 17
Burnout Situations	p. 31
Motivation and Learning	p. 57
Pace Yourself	p. 73
Manage Stress	p. 101
Build Skills	p. 131
Develop Social Support	p. 149
Tailor the Job to Fit You	p. 165
Change Jobs	p. 187
Think Powerfully	p. 215
Develop Detached Concern	p. 235
What Managers Can Do to Prevent Burnout	p. 263
Find a Path With a Heart	p. 287
Bibliography	p. 293
Index	p. 299
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