Burnout is holding us back – Here’s how to beat it
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Burnout has gone from a buzzword to a business risk.
According to the latest Women’s Agenda Ambitions Report, 72% of women say they’ve experienced burnout in the past year. It’s no longer just a personal struggle—it’s a workplace crisis. So what’s driving this rising tide of exhaustion?
Angela Priestley, co-founder of independent news platform Women’s Agenda, shares the findings of their 2025 report, exposing the pressures pushing employees to breaking point and what leaders can do to stop it.
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This episode is hosted by Dr Juliet Bourke, with insights from Professor Barney Tan.
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