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by Jacinta M. Jim駭ez (Author)
Winner of getAbstract's Readers' Choice Award 2021
Named a Best Book on Burnout & Recovery for 2022 by Choosing Therapy
Featured on Business Insider as a top book to help you overcome burnout
An evidence-based resilience toolkit to help you find better, more sustainable ways to succeed at work and life
In The Burnout Fix, the award-winning psychologist and board-certified leadership coach Dr. Jacinta M. Jim駭ez shows you how to harness science-backed resilience strategies to survive, and thrive, in today's "always on, always connected" world--where a reported 60% of employees report being stressed out all or most of the time at work.
Packed with compelling, real-world stories from years of coaching and the latest research in positive, social, and motivational psychology, The Burnout Fix shows how neglecting to nurture your personal pulse can undermine all your efforts at working harder and "smarter." You'll learn how integrate healthy personal "PULSE" practices into all aspects of your life, from pacing for performance and leveraging leisure time to securing a support system and evaluating how to regain control of your time and priorities.
Whether you are an individual who wishes to build out a set of lasting resilience capabilities, a leader dedicated to keeping your team or organization engaged and flourishing, The Burnout Fix will reshape the way you think about success while giving you--and your people--the tools and strategies you need to thrive.
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The Burnout Fix offers a powerful evidence-backed framework for living and working with resilience and well-being in our rapidly changing world of work. Jacinta skillfully challenges outdated cultural definitions of 'success' with a wealth of research-grounded insight. This book is a much-needed breath of fresh air.
--Susan David, PhD, Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Emotional Agility
--Jeffrey Hull, PhD, bestselling author of FLEX "While we have witnessed a novel coronavirus is threaten our physical health, age-old mental viruses have also been destroying our productivity and zest. Jacinta's book is the perfect prescription to cope with the stress of our now forever abnormal world. Reading it is a joy; practicing it is a life-saver."
--Fred Kofman, PhD, CEO advisor on leadership and culture, and author of Conscious Business and The Meaning Revolution "The Burnout Fix is not only well-researched, it is also heartfelt and accessible. Jacinta's book is the wake-up call we need to show us that it is time to redefine what it takes to be and stay successful in our complex new world of work."
--Selena Rezvani, author of Pushback and president, NextGenWomen LLC "With an entertaining blend of cutting-edge research and clinical insights, The Burnout Fix uncovers the deep, unspoken psychology of work. Drawing from her rich experience as a psychologist, entrepreneur, and executive coach, Dr. Jimenez provides a fascinating perspective on today's business environment, as well as the practical tools to thrive within it. While fully availed of scientific rigor, the book remains touching, personal, and deeply empathetic. The end result is an engrossing, powerful read for anyone looking to rise to the challenges of modern work."
--Matt Johnson, PhD, Professor of Marketing at Hult International Business School, author of Blindsight, and Founder of PopNeuro "The Burnout Fix is more than just a book about workplace resilience. Jacinta illuminates the importance of preserving your health and well-being, whilst trying to reach your goals. She looks at the responsibility of organizations and employees, in practical steps via her PULSE framework aiming to avoid burnout. It is a great accessible guide, that will not only benefit individuals but businesses too!"
--Donna Butler, Consultant Psychotherapist (UKCP) and Director of Donna Butler Associates, and coauthor with Gill Hasson of Mental Health and Well-being in the Workplace "Using science and story, The Burnout Fix dispels commonly held beliefs about what it takes to be and remain successful in the new fast paced world of work, while also giving readers realistic and practical tools to foster sustainable success in work and life."
--Claire Hatton, Entrepreneur, Board Director, Executive Coach and Podcaster
Author Biography
Dr. Jacinta M. Jim駭ez (also known as "Dr. J") is an award-winning psychologist and Board-Certified Leadership Coach with a 15+ year career dedicated to the betterment of leaders. She has worked with individuals in top organizations such as Facebook, Airbnb, Lyft, Amazon, and Google. A graduate of Stanford University, Dr. J is a sought-after expert in bridging the fields of psychology and leadership. She contributes to national news and TV outlets, including CNN/HLN, Business Insider, Forbes, Fast Company, Oprah, and Bloomberg. As the former Global Head of Coaching at BetterUp, she developed ground-breaking science-backed coaching approaches for helping today's top organizations, while also leading a global community of 1500+ international Leadership Coaches in over 58 countries.
