The Truth About Burnout: How Organizations Cause Personal Stress and What to Do About It

The Truth About Burnout How Organizations Cause Personal Stress and What to Do About It

Christina Maslach Michael P. Leiter

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The Truth About Burnout

The Truth About Burnout How Organizations Cause Personal Stress and What to Do About It

Christina Maslach Michael P. Leiter

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