Having A Work-Life Balance
What's work-life balance all about?
Work-life balance is all about finding that sweet spot between your job and your personal life. It's about consciously managing your time and energy so you can rock your career while still having plenty of room for self-care and living your best life outside of work.
Why should we care about work-life balance?
Let's face it, in our tech-driven world, the line between work and personal life can get pretty blurry. We've all been there – checking emails on holiday, getting pinged with notifications during family time, or taking work calls while out with friends. Not cool, right?
Plus, with the cost of living going up, many employers are asking more from their teams – tighter deadlines, higher targets, longer hours. Before you know it, work can take over your life, leaving you feeling stressed and burnt out.
The good news? Work-life balance is becoming a hot topic. According to a study by Aviva, since the pandemic, people are actually more interested in work-life balance than salary when it comes to job perks. And we are all for it!
And get this – even tech giants like Google are getting on board. While life at Google can be fast-paced (it is the tech world, after all), they're all about letting their team decide how to get the work done. This chill approach not only boosts productivity but also leaves room for a great work-life balance. No wonder they keep coming up with awesome ideas that make our lives easier!
Remember, while work pays the bills, letting it take over your personal life can leave you wondering if it's all worth it. But with a good work-life balance? It totally is!
How can you nail that work-life balance?
There are loads of ways to get that work-life harmony, but here are some simple ideas to get you started:
Embrace flexibility
Consider going part-time to free up time for yourself, your family, or that side hustle you've been dreaming about. Or looking for a job that offers flexible hours. It might seem like a big leap, but trust us, your mental health will thank you!
Give hybrid work a go
Thanks to lockdown, we've all realised that modern tech makes working from home totally doable. But let's be real – home can get a bit lonely, and it's easy to get distracted by that pile of laundry. What you need is a 'home away from home', like the awesome space we offer here at RUME2. We recently shared a blog on the rise of hybrid working.
Rume2 adhoc private office
Try out a private office
Fancy your own personal workspace? A private office gives you a space to make your own and really boost your productivity. Plus, you can control your distractions without impacting your personal life. We've got some great private offices here at RUME2 – just saying!
Learn to say no
It's okay to set limits on your workload. In fact, it's essential! Saying no to extra work can help reduce stress and let you manage your time more efficiently. Remember, your wellbeing is super important – it's what keeps you motivated and productive.
Take Regular Breaks
Yoga break
Stepping away from your desk for short breaks during the day can do wonders for clearing your mind and reducing stress. You'll come back to your work feeling refreshed and ready to tackle anything!
Don't forget to holiday
Beach holiday
Sometimes, you need more than just a quick break. There's nothing wrong with using your hard-earned cash to jet off somewhere new and fill your mind with amazing experiences. Even a staycation can be great for spending quality time with friends and family.
Why choose RUME2 to help you achieve work-life balance?
Here at RUME2, we're all about supporting your work-life balance journey. We offer loads of options for hybrid work, including flexible co-working and desk space, meeting rooms, and private offices. Our co-working membership comes with perks like super-fast Wi-Fi, an easy-to-use app for booking desks and connecting with the community, A4 printing and scanning, and even discounts with local businesses. It's everything you need for a perfect 'home away from home'!
Want to know more? Of course you do!
RUME2 is a contemporary workspace in the heart of Chichester. Rume2work, grow, innovate, network, learn, think & share. We have facilities to suit local businesses, entrepreneurs, start-ups & freelancers. flexible coworking for individual or team memberships & high end meeting room hire.
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Go on, you know you want to!
This blog was written by Mackenzie, who has spent the week with us on work experience from BISHOP LUFFA SCHOOL Sixth Form.