Work-Life Balance Taufica Erfan – Head of HR, BEIL

Work-Life Balance   Work–life balance is a broad concept including proper prioritizing between “work” (career and ambition) on one hand and “life” (Health, pleasure, leisure, family and spiritual development) on the other.careerambitionHealth pleasureleisurefamily spiritual development

The reality…

  Work is about a search for daily meaning as well as daily bread, for recognition as well as cash, for endeavor rather than inertia, but above all - for a sort of life …” Studs Terkel

Poor Work-Life Balance   Higher rates of absenteeism   Reduced productivity   Decreased job satisfaction   Rising healthcare costs   Lower levels of organisational commitment and loyalty = Poor customer service

Slice of life – which “Should be” Slice of life – which “Should be”

Personal chart ’  Think back 5 years…  what we achieved losing of what? 5 years ago Today   

Changes in work that impact our life Global economy International business Advanced communication technology Flex-time schedules Alternative or flexi-place work location Changes in family structure (dual-career)

Tentative 10-points plan   Blur the boundaries   Manage expectations   Take some personal time for your physical & mental health   Simplify life :change lifestyle   Celebrate success – do not dwell much on failure  Take charge, set priorities  Get focused  Set a reasonable pace  Do what you enjoy and whatever time you spend more pleasantly and productively  Life is a process..so is striving for balance in a life

Work-Life Balance will help you to become “well-being” in many aspects … AND it’s in your hands!