Abby is a recent graduate who landed a great engineering job. In the economic downturn, and the pressure to run a lean shop, a number of more experienced veteran staff members have been downsized. As a result, a significant amount of responsibility and hours have fallen to her. She has been successful but it has involved working 12 hours a day for 6-7 days each week for past 3 months with no end in sight. She is fast approaching burn out but to move to another job in the current market would be risky.

a) What steps should you recommend to Abby to take to sort out her dilemma?

b) List three pros and cons of two of her options?

c) What would you suggest she do?