As working-from-home is becoming the new norm, I’m having more conversations with clients who feel like their work is crowding out more and more of their personal time.
When productivity is confined to a physical space (like an office), it’s easier for employees and organisations to set clear terms around work arrangements.
But when you live and work in the same place, it becomes harder to separate the two worlds.
If you are experiencing this, first consider the boundaries that you are setting for yourself. Make sure that you review the scope of your role and understand what’s contractually expected of you.
If you feel like you’re setting appropriate boundaries but an imbalance is growing, you must have a conversation with your manager or the key personnel at your work. Make sure that both sides express their understanding of the scope of your role for the best chance of determining a mutually-beneficial solution.
If the expectations of both sides are too different and unlikely to align, you may need to start searching for other opportunities.
The WFH trend is likely to continue, so this is a great time to reflect on your desired working arrangements within this new environment.
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