The arrival of summer-like weather often leads not only to people spending more time outdoors, shaking off the dreariness of the winter months, but also discussions and planning of summer vacation breaks and spending time with family and friends away from work. Or at least it used to be.
Every year, there’s another study that comes out pointing out how employees are taking less and less time off from work. This year, for example, there was a study that found that only 28% of US employees plan to use all their vacation days, and 4% plan on taking none. And another study by Glassdoor found that 66% of employees admitted that they do work while on vacation.
While there are many benefits that we can gain from going on vacation, a study done by researchers at Wharton reveals why taking time off work can help us achieve our goals for this year.
It’s an idea I explore in this latest episode of my podcast feature, Leadership Espresso Shot, which are short, quick listens that pack a powerful leadership lesson or insight that you can put into action right away to improve the way you lead going forward.
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And with that, please do check out this latest episode. If you’re debating over whether to take a vacation break at any time this year, I’d like to encourage you to take 16 minutes of your time to listen to this episode and discover the connection science has shown exists between taking time off work and our ability to achieve the goals we set out to attain this year.
Pulling back is one of my fave ways to remain energized Tanveer. I love this message. We learn much by taking vacations. Power of detachment and surrender in action, through our business inaction.
Ryan
Thanks Ryan; I’m glad you enjoyed it. With summer now finally here, I figured this was a great time to remind listeners/readers of the importance of taking vacations.
Tanveer, I absolutely relate to the reasons you mentioned as I haven’t planned for my vacation for this year. I also didn’t use all of my vacation last year. This article definitely motivated me to plan for my vacation. I look forward to reignite and reinvigorate my motivational drive. Thank you for the motivation.
Regards, Keshab.
Hi Keshab,
I’m delighted to hear it! I hope you have a rejuvenating and restful vacation. As science (and my own personal experience) can attest, it will definitely help reignite your motivation to achieve your goals. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Keshab.