Research: Are you penalising your best employees for unplugging?

To combat rising employee burnout, many companies have championed wellness programs and encouraged a renewed focus on work-life balance. But a new study found that even when leaders recognized that detaching from work boosts employee well-being and improves their job performance, managers still penalised employees who engaged in these behaviors when they were up for a promotion or being considered for a new role. Drawing on their findings, the researchers offer suggestions to help companies create policies and build a culture that protects workers’ boundaries, prevents burnout, and rewards strong work.

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