You’ve probably been reading articles about the value of fully disconnecting from work. As of June 25 this year, Ontario businesses with more than 25 people were required to publish a disconnect policy.
Why is disconnecting so important?
You know this one – because it’s essential for us to relax and rest in order to perform at peak levels.
Many of our vacation plans were disrupted during COVID. And it’s not much easier right now with long airport wait times, and flight cancellations. But getting away and disconnecting doesn’t need to be a big trip. You can staycation at home, go to the cottage, or even become a tourist in your own city. The key to taking advantage of your time off is to disconnect and relax.
There’s plenty of research that shows taking vacation can be profitable. According to the Harvard Business Review, those who take more than 10 days of vacation are 30% more likely to receive a raise, and workers who take regular vacations have greater job satisfaction.
So, let’s dig into it by going on an HR Matters Vacation Adventure.
How Will Maria’s Vacation Play Out?
Our hero, Maria, is a mother of a 10-year-old daughter, works in the financial services industry, and is a manager of 5 people. Maria LOVES her job.
Nothing gives Maria more satisfaction and pleasure than her VP relying on the quality of her work. She finds it difficult to turn off, and gets a buzz from completing her work on time, and accurately. As a high achiever, she is often rewarded with more work – which she never declines.
She’s trying to be a superstar mom, wife, friend and manager – everything to everyone! She values her time with her family, but takes her phone on vacation to be available – just in case.
It’s mid-July and it’s a little quieter now that the quarter end is over. Time for vacation! How does Maria balance vacation, family, and work?
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