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Why High-IQ Workers Burn Out in Easy Jobs: The Science of Cognitive Mismatch

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Why High-IQ Workers Burn Out in Easy Jobs: The Science of Cognitive Mismatch

February 26^th, 2026

25% of workers are cognitively overqualified. Learn how IQ scoring science explains why easy jobs cause burnout and how to find your sweet spot.

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