Sometimes, it’s unrealistic not to work on vacation. It is true that certain positions and situations require that we check-in (e.g. contract negotiations/project deadlines slip; you hold an upper-level management position; or you work in a workaholic-type business culture that doesn’t support you fully unplugging). Just remember – the goal is not to make it… Continue reading Awareness: Take Your Vacation Back – Part III
Unplugging on vacation is a true gift to the companies we work for. Empowering employees to unplug is one of the best ways to identify gaps within an organization for minimal cost. It helps identify the value of employees (sometimes overlooked) and simultaneously shows where cross-training still needs to occur. It also supports organizational resiliency. Smart… Continue reading Boundaries: Take Your Vacation Back – Part II
To really recharge on vacation, we need to fully detach from work. This requires preparation and planning – the value of which cannot be overstated. Part of what keeps us tied to our jobs, is our inability to prepare for our departure. If we haven’t planned for our departure and return, we can’t effectively walk away.… Continue reading Boundaries: Take Your Vacation Back – Part I
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