The phrase work-life balance is no longer just an empty
term. On the contrary, it is now proving to be a key factor
for employee motivation, productivity, health and satisfaction. So incorporate it into your HR strategy too.
Companies that actively promote work-life balance have more productive and loyal employees, as well as lower turnover and a strong competitive advantage in recruitment. So how can work-life balance be effectively promoted? It’s not that difficult. We have some tips for you.
A rested employee is more productive
Plenty of studies show that employee fatigue and overload reduce performance, creativity and long-term effectiveness. When employees have enough time and opportunities to rest, they are more productive, more engaged and less prone to burnout and illness.
Active and systematic health and rest management also pays off for companies themselves, as the costs of absenteeism, high sickness rates, turnover, health problems and dealing with burnout are huge. Therefore, take care of employee health also with the support of regular employee meals and cafeteria benefits where employees choose the right relaxation for themselves. Whether it’s a spa, yoga, fitness, relaxing at the theatre or a nice new book.
Mental health care
Recently, the issue of employee mental health care has become increasingly urgent. However, this area is still insufficiently addressed in companies. According to the Employer Barometer survey, regularly conducted by Up Czech Republic, 89% of employees in domestic companies are interested in improving their mental health.
And this is something companies should already be listening to. Now, new legislation that brings a tax cap of CZK 46,557 per year for health-promoting benefits can help them do so. And how to take care of mental health? For example, by getting enough sleep, contact with friends, wellness, but also by eating regularly, taking supplements or visiting a psychotherapist. We can help you get health benefits in place.
Work-life balance as part of recruitment and employer branding
Nowadays, work-life balance is already one of the main things that candidates use to decide on a new employer. Do you offer a home office and flexible working hours? Does your HR strategy include special work-life balance programs? Companies that ignore all this are losing talent. In fact, candidates prefer employers who allow them to work hybrid hours, set realistic work requirements and respect their time away from work.
Some practical tips for companies
- Employees will appreciate the workshop, which will give them advice on how to work-life balance in everyday life.
- Time-management is also a great topic, which in turn will help to better organize both personal and work time.
- Encourage a healthy company culture where answering emails in the evening or having an inadequate amount of work is not the norm. For example, turning off notifications after hours is a good tip.
- To help employees work more efficiently, try introducing “focus time” blocks, which are periods of time when employees can concentrate on their work without constant interruptions from phone calls, emails and meetings.
Companies that promote work-life balance have engaged, productive and loyal employees. And that’s what matters most. This is helped by the many exciting features of Verso that actively nurture company culture. Explore them!
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