Dossier
high-performers
Coverage of high-performers in the Nexus archive.
- I'm a therapist for tech workers in Silicon Valley. There's a specific type of person who burns out — here's how I treat them.
Nick Sanchez, a Silicon Valley therapist, addresses AI burnout and attention fragmentation among high-performing tech workers using exposure therapy. He emphasizes helping clients build self-care routines to manage burnout while maintaining productivity.
- Why ‘high-performers’ get sick as soon as they go on vacation — and how to prevent it
The article explains why high-performers may get sick immediately after starting their vacation, attributing it to prolonged stress and the body's response to sudden relaxation. A doctor details the science behind this phenomenon and offers strategies to reduce illness risk during vacations.