What measures do you take to ensure you maintain a healthy work-life balance?
I truly take advantage of my spare time. I find that if I seize every moment, I feel full and satisfied, and well balanced. I also address all of my priorities promptly, and ensure that I never bring work home, nor bring home to work.
"I plan out each day in advance, paying each day forward. I set up my morning the night before to make sure I have no issues arriving at work early the next day. Any step I can take to reduce stress in my personal or professional life, I take it. Whatever needs addressing, I take action, and never procrastinate."
The stronger a person's work-life balance is, the more reliable, emotionally intelligent, and organized they will be. A strong balance between one's personal and professional life will lead to greater job satisfaction with a lower likelihood of experiencing burn-out syndrome. It is also well known that having a positive social life combined with being physically active can contribute positively in this regard.
The DWP offers their employees benefits geared towards promoting a positive work-life balance. These include; "The Health and Social Security Recreational Association (HASSRA) is a nationwide sports and leisure organisation that provides the opportunity for DWP employees to take part in a range of sporting, recreational and cultural activities."
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Anonymous Answer
I make sure I complete all tasks at work, if I don’t I’ll ask for help so as not to be stressed or I will be willing to put in extra hours. I do not mix my personal life matters with my work. I keep a checklist which helps to reduce stress, also, I plan a week ahead. I make sure I have the right sleep and make it to work so I start my day in a good manner.
Jaymie's Feedback
These are all great strategies that support a healthy work-life balance!
Anonymous Answer
I think being very organized helps, for example, if you have everything ready the previous night, you don’t have stress the next morning. If you manage your time effectively you can fit domestic things in between so your home life runs smoothly. I often batch cook whenever possible and then if something comes up I know I have dinner prepared. I also get clothes, shoes, bags etc ready in advance.
Jaymie's Feedback
These are great strategies to share with the interviewer!
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