{"id":191,"date":"2019-01-18T01:27:48","date_gmt":"2019-01-18T01:27:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/test.jps-inc.com\/blog\/?p=191"},"modified":"2019-02-26T23:48:51","modified_gmt":"2019-02-26T23:48:51","slug":"the-ultimate-employee-benefit-a-strong-work-life-balance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jps-inc.com\/blog\/the-ultimate-employee-benefit-a-strong-work-life-balance\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Employee Benefit? A Strong Work-Life Balance."},"content":{"rendered":"

Striking the perfect work-life balance is an ongoing struggle for the majority of today\u2019s employees no matter what industry they find themselves in. Our schedules are busier than ever before, which can cause stress and result in suffering to both our home life and work productivity. That\u2019s why offering work-life balance is a terrific employee benefit.<\/p>\n

Why Work-Life Balance Is An Important Employee Benefit<\/strong><\/h1>\n

According to a report from the Business Information Review<\/a>, \u201cThe search for work-life balance is a process in which people seek to change things in accordance with changes in their own priorities, physical, psychological or both, and these can be triggered in their turn by factors such as: age; changes in working conditions; the demands of new technology; and poor management.\u201d<\/p>\n

When employees feel a sense of control and ownership of their lives they are often better able to leave work issues at work and home issues at home. That balance leads to increased motivation and reduced stress, which in turn increases productivity and reduces conflict between coworkers and management.<\/p>\n

What You Can Offer For An Employee Benefit <\/strong><\/h1>\n

There are many ways that employers can promote work-life balance in the office without compromising productivity or efficiency, both inside and out of the office. Consider one or more of the following as an employee benefit:<\/p>\n

Exercise Access<\/strong><\/h2>\n

One of the most positive ways to reduce stress is exercise. Employees who eat healthy and exercise face lowered risk of getting sick and missing work. If your office building has a gym facility on-site, encourage them to take advantage. Otherwise, consider offering a discounted membership to a local gym as an employee benefit. You can also encourage your employees to exercise by holding a friendly weight-loss competition, or sponsoring a fun run.<\/p>\n

Childcare Services<\/strong><\/h2>\n

For parents, childcare is an expensive and stressful necessity that can throw of an entire day if there are unexpected changes. Offering an onsite childcare facility is a highly desirable employee benefit, but if that\u2019s not feasible consider offering a small stipend to alleviate the cost.<\/p>\n

If neither of those options are possible, try to allow your employees some flexibility to care for their children. That can include the ability to take time off to care for a sick child, adjust their lunch break to attend special events, or a flexible start\/end time for parents who drop their children off at school or pick them up in the afternoon.<\/p>\n

Company Outings<\/strong><\/h2>\n

One of the best ways to boost employee morale and encourage workers to form friendships with each other is by offering the occasional company outing. This can be as low-key or extravagant as you want, depending on your budget.<\/p>\n

For example, an employee benefit of catered lunch or occasional happy hour at a favorite group-friendly restaurant nearby. Happy hours, birthday celebrations and outings to local events are other fun ways to get out of the office and bond in a non-traditional setting.<\/p>\n

Structural Consistency<\/strong><\/h2>\n

In the workplace, it\u2019s important to maintain a sense of consistency and organization in your company structure. Employees will feel less day-to-day anxiety if they know what to expect as often as possible.<\/p>\n

Create A Designated Quiet Space<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Everyone has a bad day now and then, so it\u2019s nice to have a designated space for employee benefit where they can go when they just need to step away for a minute. Create a space that\u2019s uncluttered and free of all company materials. Fill it with plants, comfortable seating, reading material, healthy snacks and even some light music.<\/p>\n

Engage In Team-Building Exercises<\/strong><\/h2>\n

It may sound cheesy, but team-building exercises really can foster a sense of teamwork around the office. If your employees feel like they can depend on each other for support they are more likely to express themselves or seek help when feeling stressed or overwhelmed.<\/p>\n

Encourage Vacations<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Science suggests that vacations are actually great for productivity<\/a>. However, employees who work at small companies or growing start-ups often feel the most pressure to work every day without regard for personal time or self-rejuvenation.<\/p>\n

One way to encourage your employees to take vacations for their own benefit is to implement a \u201cuse it or lose it\u201d vacation policy to encourage them to get out of the office.<\/p>\n

Encourage Short Breaks Throughout The Day<\/strong><\/h2>\n

On a smaller scale, it\u2019s important to employee\u2019s mental and physical health to get away from their workspaces throughout the day. The human body was not designed to sit and stare at a screen for 8 hours a day, and doing so can lead to a wide number of health issues.<\/p>\n

What Happens When There Is No Employee Benefit<\/strong><\/h1>\n

A report put out by the Mayo Clinic<\/a> warns against a heavy imbalance between work and life.<\/p>\n

Fatigue<\/strong><\/h2>\n

When an employee is tired, their ability to work productively and think clearly may become compromised. That can take a toll on their professional reputation, or lead to dangerous and costly mistakes. This is just one negative of many for employers who don\u2019t consider offering an employee benefit or two.<\/p>\n

Poor Health<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Stress and fatigue are also associated with adverse effects on the immune system and can worsen the symptoms from any currently existing medical problems. Stress also puts individuals at risk for developing poor habits like substance abuse.<\/p>\n

The bottom line is, a good work-life balance leads to happier and more productive employees, and offering at least one employee benefit can be achieved with minimal concessions from employers. Do you find yourself struggling to find that balance? It might be time for a change. Check out our list of currently available positions below to find one that might be just right for you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Striking the perfect work-life balance is an ongoing struggle for the majority of today\u2019s employees no matter what industry they find themselves in. Our schedules are busier than ever before, which can cause stress and result in suffering to both our home life and work productivity. That\u2019s why offering work-life balance is a terrific employee … <\/p>\n

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