"When you have work life balance and fulfillment, you're set up not only for success, but also for happiness. The big questions though, are about how you can find the best approach to work and life based on where you are in your journey, based on what's unique about you, and based on what you find most important. The work-life mix is critically important."
"In fact, a survey of 26,000 people in five countries by Randstad found that for 85%, work-life balance was the most important element that people were looking for in both current and future jobs-a critical feature for their satisfaction. Importantly, this is the first time in the survey's 22-year history that work-life balance was a higher priority than pay (79%)."
"But work-life balance is hard to achieve for many. According to the American Psychological Association, 33% of workers report they don't have adequate flexibility to balance their personal and work lives. In addition, three out of five workers are struggling with burnout, according to a survey by AFLAC. Millennials report the highest levels of burnout, and the stress for all generations is primarily based on heavy workloads and long hours at work."
Work-life balance and fulfillment support both success and happiness. Preferences for work-life balance now outrank pay for many workers, with 85% prioritizing balance in jobs. Significant proportions of workers lack flexibility and face burnout, driven largely by heavy workloads and long hours; millennials show the highest burnout levels. No universal solution exists for achieving ideal work-life balance. People will experience fluctuating demands across life stages and must personalize strategies. Creating a deliberate plan to pursue fulfillment in work and life improves chances of sustained satisfaction and wellbeing. Expectations should be realistic and adapt as responsibilities change.
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