work-life balance

work-life balance Archives

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The ‘right to disconnect’ not improving work-life balance

A few months ago, the 'right to disconnect' came into effect – but is it actually improving employees’ work-life balance...
millennials, burnout, boundaries, emotional, low confidence, sacrifices, stress, Workplace Wave

Case study: from burnout to boundaries in three power moves

As more people are experiencing burnout, it is important to set boundaries for yourself and be less of a a people-please...

A survival guide for starting a business while growing your family

Starting a business while growing a family is both challenging and rewarding so it is important to find and achieve bala...

Twelve small-business owners share how they really maintain a healthy work-life balance

Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is a common challenge for many small-business owners – here are the secrets of 1...

Why the ‘right to disconnect’ may miss the mark

On the surface, it seems like the perfect solution to address employee burnout. In reality, employers and employees alik...

Why affording yourself some ‘me’ time matters so much for small-business owners

Getting outside, breathing in the air and marvelling at an expansive view can contribute to a better mindset and set you...

What workers look for in working for an SME revealed

SME workers are seen to place greater importance on the social and environmental responsibility of a prospective organis...
millennials, burnout, boundaries, emotional, low confidence, sacrifices, stress, Workplace Wave

Cost-of-living crisis drives mental health issues for small-business owners

While it can seem impossible to take time away from the demands of running a business, good mental health is a prerequis...
family business

Five things I wish I knew before I opened my small business

While small-business owners need to work hard, it shouldn't be used as an excuse to let your personal life fall by the w...

Half of all Aussie workers looking for a new role in 2024

Those workers planning to look for a new job overwhelmingly feel their employers could do more to retain their services.