Deloitte's recently released Workplace Pulse survey reveals that roughly one in three respondents (33%) do not feel comfortable taking personal time off/vacation days. Moreover, nearly one-third (32%) say they've consistently placed work commitments over family/personal commitments and fewer than half (48%) say their organization as a whole values their life outside work.
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The survey of more than 1,000 full-time employed adults also reinforces well-being as more than just a gender or generational issue. More men than women reported that in the past 6 months they consistently placed work commitments over family/personal commitments (35% vs. 27%). In addition, Millennials are also struggling to balance work and well-being.
"These findings should serve as a wake-up call to organizations looking to retain and attract talent," says Mike Preston, chief talent officer, Deloitte LLP. "Organizations are investing in more and more benefits and perks associated with well-being, like flexible work options and unlimited vacation days, aimed at winning the war for talent. But our survey shows businesses can do more to create a culture of well-being, which goes beyond offering generous programs and focuses on everyday behaviors."
The data also suggest a way to address these issues: modeling. More than a third of respondents say if they saw their direct managers (39%) and senior leadership (38%) prioritizing personal commitments over work, they would feel more comfortable doing the same.