Work-Life Balance - A New Term In The World Of Workaholics
Work, work and work, if that's all you do in life, then the term work-life balance will sound novel to you.
Yes, it's very good that you enjoy your job and your enthusiasm towards it is justified.
But do you think waiting back after the stipulated number of hours is a good sign? Not at all, at least for your family and pals.
A close introspection and you will realize where the problem lies.
Always going home late and finishing work after most of the fellow employees have left proves just one point - clear lack of time management.
Yes, there are times when a senior member is entrusted with additional responsibilities.
Such days can come frequently but NOT everyday.
The idea is to cultivate the right working habit.
There are people who handle core managerial positions, yet they make it a point to leave the office on time.
By reaching home early, they get plenty of time for themselves.
If married, they can plan a nice outing with the family and if a bachelor, a fun-filled evening with comrades awaits them.
Sometimes it's all about giving yourself some time and moments of relaxation.
Remember, as important it is in life to be employed and work hard, so is making time for yourself and near ones.
Most importantly, you need to balance your work and office life.
Come home, have a hot cup of coffee, exercise a little, watch your favorite TV program, plan for the next day and so on.
There are a countless things you can do after you reach home.
Lot many friends of mine always give the excuse that they are working round the clock and that doesn't even give them the time to drop in a text.
The moment you start neglecting personal life due to your professional vows, that's when you should sit up and take notice.
Moreover, working for long hours can take a toll on your physical and mental health.
At the end of the day, you'll not be remembered as a person who manages his or her personal and professional life perfectly.
You'll be referred to as a disorganized person, though you may earn the sincerity badge, if that's what you're looking for.
However, there's another angle to this as well.
There are many of my friends who are not considered hardworking just because they leave their desks on time.
In worst scenarios, employees leaving the office on time are blamed for being unprofessional.
What Life!!! If the office timings are 9 to 5, why should an employer expect a person to work for more number of hours? Occasional work overload is justified, but when staying back becomes a habit, that's when the warning bells should ring loud.
Also remember that this practice will set you back at work too.
Your energy will be draining off steadily and you will not be able to put in your best even if you want to.
Don't be surprised if you experience burn out as you are solely responsible for the condition.
Though a person who can work for long hours is considered more sincere, I strongly believe it's a reflection of an unprofessional attitude.
New entrants in an organization follow in the footsteps of their superiors.
It becomes a vicious cycle of low productivity, excess stress and less energy for the following day.
Eventually, it becomes part of the company culture as well.
Once you reach home on time and engage in recreational activities, you will get some more vigor to perform your best the next day.
Don't blame the company for your late night work as it's solely lack of planning and time management on your part.
This does not imply that professional people are averse to working long hours.
But, the term work-life balance should be highlighted in the dictionary of life.
Some of the most successful people in the world including actors, white-collar professionals, politicians and others are those who balance their work and life perfectly.
Work and life should move in conjunction and that's the sign of a true professional.
Yes, it's very good that you enjoy your job and your enthusiasm towards it is justified.
But do you think waiting back after the stipulated number of hours is a good sign? Not at all, at least for your family and pals.
A close introspection and you will realize where the problem lies.
Always going home late and finishing work after most of the fellow employees have left proves just one point - clear lack of time management.
Yes, there are times when a senior member is entrusted with additional responsibilities.
Such days can come frequently but NOT everyday.
The idea is to cultivate the right working habit.
There are people who handle core managerial positions, yet they make it a point to leave the office on time.
By reaching home early, they get plenty of time for themselves.
If married, they can plan a nice outing with the family and if a bachelor, a fun-filled evening with comrades awaits them.
Sometimes it's all about giving yourself some time and moments of relaxation.
Remember, as important it is in life to be employed and work hard, so is making time for yourself and near ones.
Most importantly, you need to balance your work and office life.
Come home, have a hot cup of coffee, exercise a little, watch your favorite TV program, plan for the next day and so on.
There are a countless things you can do after you reach home.
Lot many friends of mine always give the excuse that they are working round the clock and that doesn't even give them the time to drop in a text.
The moment you start neglecting personal life due to your professional vows, that's when you should sit up and take notice.
Moreover, working for long hours can take a toll on your physical and mental health.
At the end of the day, you'll not be remembered as a person who manages his or her personal and professional life perfectly.
You'll be referred to as a disorganized person, though you may earn the sincerity badge, if that's what you're looking for.
However, there's another angle to this as well.
There are many of my friends who are not considered hardworking just because they leave their desks on time.
In worst scenarios, employees leaving the office on time are blamed for being unprofessional.
What Life!!! If the office timings are 9 to 5, why should an employer expect a person to work for more number of hours? Occasional work overload is justified, but when staying back becomes a habit, that's when the warning bells should ring loud.
Also remember that this practice will set you back at work too.
Your energy will be draining off steadily and you will not be able to put in your best even if you want to.
Don't be surprised if you experience burn out as you are solely responsible for the condition.
Though a person who can work for long hours is considered more sincere, I strongly believe it's a reflection of an unprofessional attitude.
New entrants in an organization follow in the footsteps of their superiors.
It becomes a vicious cycle of low productivity, excess stress and less energy for the following day.
Eventually, it becomes part of the company culture as well.
Once you reach home on time and engage in recreational activities, you will get some more vigor to perform your best the next day.
Don't blame the company for your late night work as it's solely lack of planning and time management on your part.
This does not imply that professional people are averse to working long hours.
But, the term work-life balance should be highlighted in the dictionary of life.
Some of the most successful people in the world including actors, white-collar professionals, politicians and others are those who balance their work and life perfectly.
Work and life should move in conjunction and that's the sign of a true professional.
