France-based Schneider Electric invited IBM and Tsinghua University to formulate a leadership development programme for its managerial-level talents in China.

The one-year programme will offer e-learning, classroom workshops, professional discussions and courses for 36 trainees selected from its China branch. It uses a model that combines academic training and business practises together, according to Amy Kan, a human resources director of Schneider Electric China.

Paid leave is another way to ensure employees don't get worn out.

"I find that many Chinese employees have not realised that it is their right to leave. They must keep in mind that we have a duty to work and have a right to leave," says Lazzarotto. "A nice holiday can refresh you and do good for your company."

He also suggests companies employ new measures to meet the headcount gap.

"Employing and training cost can be compensated by employees' higher productivity and guarantee a sound talent structure in the long run," he says.

Xu offers some advice for the job burnout employees:

Organize and prioritize by taking care of the more difficult and important tasks early in the day.

Manage expectations so that you can achieve your goals and deliver on promises to others.

Set aside a period of time dedicated to responding to e-mail and voicemails.

Lastly, take care of yourself. A healthier you is more productive and happier.

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