How often do you take work home?
A large percentage of salaried people occasionally take work home with them. However, this isn't always the sign of a dedicated worker willing to go the extra mile. Often it's the sign of a bigger problem, such as poor time management skills and an imbalance between one's personal and professional life. Therefore, how you answer this question could inform your interviewer of the likelihood you'll find job satisfaction with Travelers or if you'll be more prone to burnout syndrome.
"I make sure to utilize my work hours very efficiently, so the only time I take my work home is when there is an extremely stringent deadline. I would say that, overall, I take my work home maybe twice per month. It's all about being diligent with your time in the office!"
"I will take my work home with me anytime I am in danger of missing a deadline. I would much rather work overtime hours than let a client down."
Travelers is investing in the work-life balance of their employees through several approaches "by considering employee safety and wellness holistically." Two of these are investing in their employee assistance program and ensuring their employees have competitive paid holidays and time off. "Travelers provides paid company holidays and a very competitive paid time off benefit so employees have the flexibility they need to balance their personal and work priorities. Through Life Balance, employees and their family members have access to professional counseling services and work-life seminars, resources, and referrals. Start your career at Travelers with more than four weeks of PTO, with the option to buy even more."
So go in well aware of what they have to offer by investing in your work-life balance, and meet them halfway by showing the measures you take to invest in that balance.
Community answers are written by other candidates practicing this set. Reading how others frame the same question is one of the fastest ways to sharpen your own.
Anonymous Answer
I will take my work home with me anytime I feel that a deadline may be close. I would much rather work request overtime hours than let a deadline pass.
Stephanie's Feedback
Great--it's clear that you have a very strong work ethic and are committed to getting your tasks done, even if your work requires overtime. This time of dedication is a great asset to any employer!
