How A Summer Vacation Could Save Your Job
Summer is here, kids are out of school and vacation is calling your name. As
much as you want to get out of the office, it can be tempting to skip vacation
time in favor of managing your workload. In fact, 52% of Americans reported
that they would not use all of their vacation or paid time off days in 2016
(1). But recent studies have shown there are several reasons why skipping
vacation time can be a bad idea.
You’ll get worse at doing your job.
Stanford University found a decline in productivity when professionals
worked more than 50 hours a week (2). In this case, less is more. Finding a
balance between work and home can actually help you perform better at work.
You’ll get burned out.
Minimum vacation time equals maximum stress. Time away from work can help
you recharge and come back energized, instead of losing motivation (3). Taking
time for vacation can preserve your mental health and help you keep a positive
attitude when it comes to your career.
You’re less likely to get promoted.
A lot of professionals are afraid to take their vacation time. They worry
they will miss out on important office events, get behind in their workload, or
be thought of as lazy. But a burned out employee drowning in stress is not who
managers want to promote. A healthy balance between work and personal time
shows your time management skills, keeps your mind refreshed, and makes you a
better all-around employee.
The bottom line is, your company provides paid time off for a reason. They
understand that you need personal time away from work, and your boss fully
expects you to take your vacation time. So enjoy the summer – your job may
depend on it!
Don’t let continuing education and training stand in the way of your
vacation time. WebCE® offers online CE, CPE and training courses
that fit your schedule. Complete courses anytime, whether you’re at home or at
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Additional Resources
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https://www.cnbc.com/2017/04/10/this-is-how-forgoing-vacation-time-can-derail-your-career.html
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https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/2017/07/31/never-use-your-vacation-days-this-is-why-you-should/104014486/
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https://www.themuse.com/advice/why-taking-all-of-your-vacation-days-gets-you-ahead-according-to-career-coaches