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Rising rates of workplace burnout have become a defining health issue of our time, raising urgent questions for employees in Thailand and around the world: is it possible to recover from burnout while still working, or must one step away to truly heal? According to the latest guidance from mental health experts and career coaches, recovering from burnout during ongoing employment is difficult, but not impossible—provided workers embrace careful self-assessment, boundary setting, and proactive communication with supervisors.

Chronic exhaustion, unmanageable stress, and a persistent sense of being overwhelmed: these feelings have become synonymous with workplace life for many Thais in 2025. With surveys showing that up to 90% of employees report high pressure at work globally, and organisations such as Mental Health UK highlighting burnout as a state of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion triggered by prolonged stress, a pressing question confronts Thai society: is it actually possible to recover from burnout while staying on the job? (Refinery29)

A leading Xbox executive has sparked debate in the workforce and technology sectors after advocating for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help laid-off workers manage the emotional and practical challenges of job loss. The executive, speaking candidly about the realities of layoffs in a post on social media, suggested that large language model AI platforms—including ChatGPT and Copilot—can play an integral role in reducing the emotional and cognitive load faced by those navigating unemployment (The Verge).

Employers around the world—and increasingly in Thailand—are finding themselves overwhelmed by a tidal wave of job applications, many crafted not by diligent candidates but by artificial intelligence (AI) tools. The rise of generative AI, like ChatGPT, is making it easier than ever for jobseekers to flood recruiters with impressive-looking, keyword-optimised résumés, catapulting both job seekers and employers into an “AI arms race” that is transforming the hiring landscape.

In the space of just 12 hours, a relatively routine remote tech job advertised on LinkedIn in the United States received over 400 applications; in 24 hours, that number grew to 600. By the time the posting was removed a few days later, 1,200 résumés had landed in the recruiter’s inbox. More than three months later, the HR consultant was still sorting through the glut nytimes.com. This surge in applications isn’t unique to America: With LinkedIn reporting a 45% increase in application submissions over the past year, totalling an astonishing 11,000 job applications per minute, the trend is going global and is rapidly affecting Thai enterprises as well.

A Google software engineer’s practical advice for students aspiring to enter the tech industry is making waves after his recent interview provided a reality check—and a roadmap—amid fierce competition for software jobs. The engineer, who secured a full-time position at Google after two successive summer internships, advocates for seizing early internship opportunities, mastering problem-solving fundamentals, and strategically positioning oneself through organized job search tactics. His insights offer much-needed clarity for Thai computer science students facing a challenging global job market reshaped by a recent wave of tech layoffs and the growing presence of artificial intelligence.

As technology continues to evolve at breakneck speed, the pursuit of a master’s degree in computer science is proving to be more than just an academic accomplishment—it’s becoming a strategic step for those seeking to thrive in an increasingly competitive digital landscape. Recent analysis from US News underscores how advanced graduate credentials can significantly boost job prospects, especially as the global demand for specialized tech skills intensifies (US News).

For Thai readers, this topic holds particular resonance given the rapid digital transformation underway in the Kingdom’s economy, infrastructure, and educational systems. The evolving role of advanced tech degrees not only responds to global job market trends but also aligns with Thailand’s push toward an innovation-driven economy under national development initiatives such as Thailand 4.0. With the information technology sector becoming a pillar of both job creation and GDP growth, understanding the impact of a master’s in computer science is vital for students, professionals, educators, and policymakers alike (World Bank).

A growing number of computer science students are voicing serious concerns about oversaturation in their field and the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on their future job prospects, raising questions about the stability and attractiveness of technology careers in Thailand and worldwide. These anxieties, recently highlighted in a February 2025 report by The Technician, reflect a broader unease among students and graduates confronted with rapid technological change and increasing competition in the tech job market (Technician Online).