Work Life Balance

How much is too much

From a man thought of by many as the manager of the century

For 41 years, my operating principle was; work hard, play hard and spend some time as a father. I felt my life was perfectly balanced. It felt like it had everything in it, all in the right amounts. Jack Welch

From a man thought of by many as the manager of the century.contd

But looking back, it is clear that the balance I chose had consequences for the people around me at home and at the office. For instance, my kids were raised , largely alone, by their mother, Carolyn.

My defense, if there is one, is that those were the times. Fathers were different then. In general, it was assumed that wives stayed at home to make everything run smoothly.
Jack Welch

Work activities done regularly for money

Life everything else

Work-Life balance - What is it all about?

Work-life balance" was coined to address: unhealthy life choices other important areas of their lives

Definition of Work-Life Balance

Worklife balance is a broad concept including proper prioritizing between "work" (career and ambition) on the one hand and "life" (Health, pleasure, leisure, family and spiritual development) on the other.

How do we know that we are out of balance.

Most of us are trying to juggle activities. Work and Career Family Responsibility Self Development and Learning Social and Sporting Activities Community Involvement Some get more attention than others, some we let slip, often regretfully

What are the warning signs

Physiological Heart pounding, muscle tension, shortness of breath, dry mouth, high blood pressure, Fatigue, insomnia, weakness, dizziness, headache, stomach distress. Psychological Depressed, helpless, anxious, nervous, confused, worried, bored, negative attitude/thoughts, unable to concentrate, suspicious, lethargic.

Stress Symptoms

The result - Conflicts

Conflicts are natural because we are managing two full lives life at work and life at home.

Juggling activities

Striving for a perfect balance

Or is it a seesaw
Balance is elusive and difficult to maintain. Compromises are constantly made, with the scales of balance shifting along with the occasional long workday or work assignment, family obligations, or any one of a number of lifes little surprises.

Achieving work-life balance is a process

Getting it right is an iterative process. You get better at it with experience and observation and eventually you will find it is not really hard. It is just what and how you do things. DO----LEARN----DO

Benefits to the organization

Measured increase in the productivity, accountability and commitment Better teamwork and communication Improved morale Less negative organizational stress

Benefits to the Individual

More value and balance in your life Understanding your best life balance Increased productivity Better relationship both on and off the job Reduced Stress

10 rules of WORK LIFE BALANCE

Love your life Love your job Be positive, passionate & enthusiastic Stay healthy Reward yourself Take holidays and long weekends Undertake trainings in techniques required Practice good time management Have structure in place Set goals, plan and prioritize

Work Life Balance Programs

Flex-Time Telecommuting Child Care Adult Care Leave Job-Sharing Employee Assistance Programs In-house store/services Gym Subsidies Concierge Service Vacation Work hours

WLB Programs

Why is WLB necessary?

Conclusion
A balanced lifestyle boosts the sense of responsibility and ownership Build better relationship with management Builds confidence

Thank you