Promoting work-life integration in remote teams

According to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development, the average worker still spends less than 15 hours per day on “personal care”—which, in this case, includes sleeping, eating, leisure time, and family activities. Rightfully so, work-life balance has been a tireless buzzword for many years now—as well as a crucial value espoused by any organization worth its […]

9 creative employee benefits for the summer

It’s only natural for people to look forward to beautiful weather in the summer. Oftentimes, if business allows for it, work slows down a bit—seemingly a reflection of this natural transition—as people schedule vacations and soak up the sun.   If you haven’t yet considered how to integrate a few creative summer perks into your employee’s […]

How to Foster Work-Life Balance (For Yourself and Others)

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Work-life balance is the equilibrium between the demands of your career and the demands of your personal life. While our increased ability to work remotely and flexibly is seen as a logical evolution in modern work, it’s also a double-edged sword. On the one hand, it can cater to unpredictable personal schedules, but on the other, it can result in never being fully unplugged from work. Here are some ways to foster work-life balance for yourself and your colleagues.