[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” admin_label=”Header: Work-life balance” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ background_enable_image=”off” background_position=”top_center” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”WORK-LIFE BALANCE” subhead=”And why it’s so important” admin_label=”travel risk management standard” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ title_line_height=”1.7em” subhead_line_height=”1.3em” background_color=”#414042″ background_image=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/AdobeStock_298291307.jpeg” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}” button_one_text__hover_enabled=”on|desktop”][\/et_pb_fullwidth_header][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”intro” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ custom_padding=”22px|0px|1px|0px|false|false” border_color_all=”rgba(255,186,96,0.6)” border_width_right=”8vw” border_color_right=”#5b8cb1″ collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ admin_label=”Intro” _builder_version=”4.4.2″ collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.0.6″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ custom_margin=”0%||0%||true|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
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Working 9-5 is becoming increasingly obsolete. Past generations may have seen work as the be-all and end-all, but we\u2019ve all come to better understand the relationship between work and health. There is a rising awareness of where personal life fits into all this. The term work-life balance – sometimes called WLB\u2060 – is self-explanatory, referring to the sense of harmony you get between your work life and your home life, without having them conflict. If you need to work overtime hours, for example, you may find yourself in a work family conflict, where you can\u2019t fulfil the duties to your job and to your family equally. In this case, your work-life balance is anything but balanced.<\/strong><\/p>\n Generally, when people refer to achieving work like balance, they talk about a work schedule that doesn\u2019t require them to sacrifice their personal time in favour of longer hours. Getting that balance right is often seen as vital to worker happiness and an admirable organisational culture.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.0.6″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/file-20210311-21-ghs29v-e1645531690867.jpg” alt=”female business traveller at the airport” title_text=”file-20210311-21-ghs29v” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,1_2,1_4″ admin_label=”centre divider” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ admin_label=”centre divider” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”content part 1″ module_id=”highlights” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ custom_padding=”75px|0px|0px|0px|false|false” border_color_all=”rgba(255,186,96,0.6)” border_width_right=”8vw” border_color_right=”#5b8cb1″ collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”part 1″ _builder_version=”4.14.2″ custom_margin=”-28px|auto||auto||” custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”What” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ custom_margin=”0%||0%||true|false” custom_padding=”27px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \n Everyone wants more time in the day to do things they like, so isn\u2019t a better work-life balance just wishful thinking? Actually, it\u2019s far more than that. Achieving a work life-balance has proven to be vital for mental health and even physical health, both for office workers and travellers. A lack of balance can lead to what is known as \u201cburnout,\u201d defined by the World Health Organisation as:<\/p>\n \u201c\u2026a syndrome conceptualised as resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed..feelings of energy depletion or exhaustion; increased mental distance from one\u2019s job, or feelings of negativism or cynicism related to one’s job; and reduced professional efficacy.\u201d<\/p>\n Burnout is on the rise, causing workforces to lose motivation and productivity, as well as being linked to heart disease, blood pressure, and types of diabetes. Put simply, being in a constant state of stress isn\u2019t healthy for anyone, or any business.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Why” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \n Getting a healthy work-life balance is as much about attitude as it is about action. Here\u2019s how to ensure you\u2019re on the right track to harmony for you, your team and your business travellers:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Where” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \n You might be surprised to know that a quality work-life balance is one of the things people want most of all. A recent study discovered that workers would be willing to get paid less if it meant they could work for a company that empathised more. That\u2019s a pretty major compromise to make no matter what your personal circumstances are. However, it\u2019s a clear indicator that people are no longer viewing work as their whole lives, but as a means to live them. What does this mean for you and your team? They need to know that you\u2019re looking out for their interests and well-being, both in the office and at home.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”content part 2″ module_id=”highlights” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ custom_margin=”-79px|||||” custom_padding=”75px|0px|0px|0px|false|false” border_color_all=”rgba(255,186,96,0.6)” border_width_right=”8vw” border_color_right=”#5b8cb1″ collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”part 2″ _builder_version=”4.14.2″ custom_margin=”-28px|auto||auto||” custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Rules” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ custom_margin=”-1.8%||-1.8%||true|false” custom_padding=”27px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \n An increasingly popular take on the idea of work-life conflict is to stop thinking of it as a delicate balance, and to instead think of it as life as a whole. For example, don\u2019t think that sending a few work emails over the weekend automatically strips your weekend of its status as \u201cfree time.\u201d Similarly, don\u2019t think taking a break during the workday implies that you\u2019re not applying yourself.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Accommodation” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \n The workday is about more than the number of hours you spend at a desk. Try and approach your work tasks in a new way, maybe by adopting a to-do list or time management technique like Pomodoro. If you\u2019re a manager or a boss, you should give your team the freedom to explore different ways of working. Our energy naturally goes through peaks and valleys throughout the day\u2060\u2014don\u2019t get on a co-worker for not being at peak output constantly. This leaves you feeling less stressed and more energised to make the most of out-of-work hours.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Template” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \n We know that you might have trouble sticking to certain healthy routines while on the go. However, this doesn\u2019t mean that you need to completely give up on them, there are plenty of alternatives. For example, if you usually go to the gym, it\u2019s important to carry on working out while you are out on a business trip even if that just involves hotel room workouts. Your health and well-being should come first wherever you go, so try to adjust your routines so that they fit in with your business schedule.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|||||” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/AdobeStock_239829306.jpeg” title_text=”Positive employee doing yoga standing in coworking office during” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Summary” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_margin=”-28px|auto||auto||” custom_padding=”0px|||||” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Summary” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ custom_margin=”2%|40px|2%|40px|true|true” custom_padding=”27px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \n Planning your work week ahead helps you determine the time you can actually dedicate to your personal life. For example, planning to go all-out every week can set you up for failure, disappointment, and burnout. Set more realistic expectations for yourself so you have more balanced energy for both your work and personal life.<\/p>\n Schedule time off as early as possible, even if you think you don\u2019t need it. Do it on a cadence, as opposed to around an event like vacation or holidays. Pick an arbitrary date and recurrence, like the second Tuesday of each month for six months. That way your team can expect it, and you know you\u2019ll have that designated time to recharge.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re a busy traveller, you might find yourself on multiple flights, train journeys and zoom calls all within a couple of weeks and that could take a toll on your body. So, plan your time properly and give yourself some downtime away from your busy work life.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re managing a team, don\u2019t expect the impossible from your team members. Try approaching a project knowing that everything may well go wrong and make allowances for it – even the Navy-created PERT planning technique knows things don\u2019t always go smoothly.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Summary” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ custom_margin=”2%|40px|2%|40px|true|true” custom_padding=”27px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/b><\/p>\n Whether you work from home or from an office, you should be aware of the things you choose to surround yourself with. You may not have much control over office design but try your best to keep your work area neat and tidy\u2060\u2014the old adage \u201ctidy desk, tidy mind\u201d has a valid point. Similarly, when you come home, make sure you feel like you\u2019re in a space that\u2019s designed to make you feel relaxed and lower your stress levels. Don\u2019t leave work documents out, don\u2019t have work emails constantly open on your phone. If you work from home as a freelancer, try and keep your office space confined to a room or desk you can walk away from at the end of the workday.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Summary” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ custom_margin=”2%|40px|2%|40px|true|true” custom_padding=”27px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/b><\/p>\n When travelling for business you might not always have access to the widest range of accommodation. However, you want to make sure you find somewhere which has all the necessary amenities and services that you need. You want to make sure you stay somewhere that provides a healthy, safe, and secure environment away from your standard home environment.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Summary” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ custom_margin=”2%|40px|2%|40px|true|true” custom_padding=”27px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/b><\/p>\n That goes for your team as well as you. More and more companies understand the importance of \u201cmental health days,\u201d meaning that employees can take time off to recharge\u2014as they see fit. Being physically \u201csick\u201d doesn\u2019t have to be the only reason to take time to rest. Be open with your team about the importance of mental well-being, don\u2019t adopt or encourage a sense of embarrassment for admitting to not feeling 100% all the time\u2060\u2014no one does. While this attitude doesn\u2019t fix the problem, it can certainly help lessen the burden. 55% of workers worry about asking for holiday time to help with a mental health issue. By creating an open and honest forum, and by not hiding your inner feelings, you can help your team spend less time stressing and hopefully help lessen the hold these issues may have on your worker\u2019s lives.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Summary” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ custom_margin=”2%|40px|2%|40px|true|true” custom_padding=”27px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/b><\/p>\n Many modern workplaces see their teams as more than just names or numbers\u2060\u2014they are an extended family. Colleagues are encouraged to spend time together at social events and after work, while team chats through Slack or Zoom are usually the norm. Essentially, colleagues are encouraged to view each other as friends, people they can connect with and rely on. Having this sense of camaraderie can make a massive difference for work-life balances\u2060\u2014in fact, isolation was found to have a negative impact on motivation for those who started telecommuting without a distributed team to support them.<\/p>\n That said, distance can\u2019t stop your team from connecting\u2014especially today with so many effective remote work tools at your disposal. Just make sure everyone has access to and knowledge of all the collaborative tools they need to create an easy-to-use, unified workspace.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The heart of a good work-life balance is ensuring that you and your team attend to your personal and family lives. This doesn\u2019t mean anyone should downplay their professional life but everyone should remember that work and life outside work are equally important. Your co-worker isn\u2019t just a person who shows up with a laptop for eight hours a day. 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