We hear a lot about work/life balance.  In many large firms, there are formal programs to foster work/life balance.  In small companies, the issues can be even larger.

One of the messages that the work/life balance programs sometimes overlook is the importance of telling employees at all levels why it is so important to the organization that the employees try to maintain a better work/life balance. 

Employees think that they are doing the company a favor and being loyal by not taking breaks and by pushing themselves harder.  

Employees need to maintain a work/life balance so that they are:

1. Creative
2. Engaged
3. Healthier
4. Long-term employees

The importance of work/life balance increases as firms face adversity, mergers, acquisitions, and layoffs.

There are also a lot of work/life balance issues in smaller organizations.  The smaller organizations seldom have formal programs and, often, employees push themselves even harder in the small firms.  Sometimes, it isn’t feasible to take as much time off.  Look for opportunities to enjoy life though.

You will find the article at
http://www.forbes.com/2006/10/18/leadership-managing-careers-lead-manage-cx_ag_1018cashman.html

Take a break.  Go for a walk  Have a great day. You deserve it and are worth it.

Filed by Coleen Davis at 10:40 am under Business Tips, Corporate Citizenship