Work takes up a big chunk of our lives. In an ideal world, all of the time and energy we spend working would be met with riches and endless satisfaction.

But in reality? Burnout and job fears are rising. Between a slew of layoffs , a government shutdown, a changing economy and a shift toward artificial intelligence, it’s no wonder people are feeling uncertain.

Trust me, I get it. I’m a writer. I’d be lying if I said I’ve never worried about being replaced by AI.

So how do we overcome these work-related challenges? I asked career coaches for their advice.

Protect your time

As a full-time employee and parent of two young kids, I know how quickly the day can disappear — and how hard it is to feel like you’re making progress on an endless list of tasks. Structure helps.

Using your time

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