work life balance

Accountants can have a harder time achieving a healthy work-life balance than professionals in other industries due to their jobs’ demanding and high-pressure nature. Common barriers to proper work-life integration include: Tight deadlines Managing multiple clients Heavy workloads Constant regulatory and tax law changes Juggling responsibilities Long hours are also a concern, with the average […]

Working in the legal profession can be demanding. Long hours are common, clients can be complex, and cases can take a toll on your emotional well-being, depending on the type of law you practice. For the first time in its history, a survey by Bloomberg Law found that lawyers felt burnt out more than half […]

Well over half of American employees reported experiencing at least moderate levels of burnout in 2023. That number rose to 74% when employees were asked about their levels of workplace stress. For those in the accounting world, chronic workplace stress was revealed to affect a whopping 99% of accountants, making it a critical focus for […]

Although more than half of those working remotely feel more productive, many challenges remain in hybrid and remote work environments. Without face-to-face contact, getting to know your team, your manager, and your job responsibilities are different than face-to-face. Have no fear; you’re not the first to travel on this road. Here are some tips to […]

What it Means to Work through Lunch Employees who work through lunch may seem more productive, but the habit takes a toll on morale. Studies have found that eating lunch alone can lead to social isolation and weight gain.  Staying at your desk through lunch, even if you’re surfing the internet or taking care of […]

Employees can figure out how they spend their time, but support from their employer is critical. Managers who prioritize the health and well-being of their teams should take steps to understand what work-life balance means for each team member and help them achieve it. Here are ten practices managers can use to help their teams […]

Your teams are not made up of robots, but of living humans whose well-being depends on satisfying other needs besides work. These needs may include family responsibilities, health issues, or personal development.  The difference in personal needs between team members means that work-life balance has many individual meanings. In general, work and personal lives are […]