Utilizing Vacation = Increased Productivity
The average American employee leaves over 3 days of paid vacation unused, despite the evidence that spending time away from work is beneficial for both the employee and employer. Spending time away from work actually increases your productivity while at work. Research has shown this to be the case, and it makes logical sense. We tend to be more focused and driven to complete tasks in a timely manner when we know a vacation day is coming and we have less time to complete our workload. We spend less time socializing or wasting time on smart devices or social media, rather we work tirelessly to ensure we wrap things up before leaving on vacation. Research also shows spending time away from work decreases stress, improves health, boosts the office morale and creates a more loyal employee.
So why do workers continue to leave unused vacation on the table? Heavy workloads and often self imposed pressures to not take time off tend to be the biggest contributors. With the holiday season at our doorstep, may this serve as a good reminder of the benefits of using your vacation time with those that matter most. A healthy and well-rested employee is of greater value to their family and their employer. So, enjoy your time away and return with renewed energy and determination to be a benefit to your employer!
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