Work-Life Balance Workshop
Course Duration 1 Day
Having a balance between work and home life can be a challenge. With this challenge come
great rewards when it is done successfully. By balancing a career with home life it will provide benefits in each environment. You will become healthier, mentally and physically, and you will be able to produce more career wise.
With a Work-Life Balance you will be managing your time better. Better time management will
benefit all aspects of life; you will be working less and producing more. This workshop will show how to focus on the important things, set accurate and achievable goals, and communicate better with your peers at work and your family at home.
Course Objectives
At the end of the course participants will be able to :
- Explain the benefits of work life balance.
- Recognize the signs of an unbalanced life.
- Identify employer resources for a balanced lifestyle.
- Improve time management and goal setting.
- Use the most effective work methods for you.
- Create balance at work and at home.
- Manage stress.
Course Outline
Benefits of a Healthy Balance
Why It’s Important
Increased Productivity
Improved Mental and Physical Health
Increased Morale
Signs of an Imbalance
Health Risks
Absenteeism
Burnout
Stress
Employer Resources
Offer More Employee Control
Ask Employees for Suggestions
Employee Assistance
Program (EAP)
Reward Your Staff
Tips in Time Management
The Urgent/Important Matrix
Learn to Say No
Stay Flexible
80/20 Rule
Goal Setting
The Three Ps
SMART Goals
Visualization
Prioritizing Your Goals
Optional Ways to Work
Telecommuting
Job Sharing
Job Redesign
Flex Time
At Work
Leave Home Stress at Home
Break up Large Tasks
Delegate
Set Accurate Goals
At Home
Leave Work Stress at Work
Turn Your Phone Off
Take Some “Me” Time
Maintain Your Boundaries
Stress Management
Exercise
Eating Well
Getting Enough Sleep
Self-Assessment
Working in a Home Office
Setting Up a Home Office
Setting Boundaries
Dealing with Distractions
Make a Schedule and Stick to it
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