Vacations are not just a luxury, they are a necessity. Over the years I have realized that if I truly want to maintain consistency and productivity, I have to schedule mandatory breaks in my schedule.
If you’re wondering why it seems so difficult to pry yourself away from work for more than a few hours at a time, you’re not alone. In fact, a Harvard study of 60,000 CEOs found that while they worked an average of 9.7 hours a day, over 70 percent of reported vacation days still included at least 2.5 hours of work. So even when they were supposedly taking a break, leaders were still checking in via email, taking work calls, and generally performing business. Sound familiar?
It’s time to question our resistance to taking vacation and fully embrace the benefits that come with relaxation.
If you find yourself hesitant to submit your PTO request, I’ve got a framework of questions for you to reflect on:
- How does it feel to have a clear mind?
- How can you get more time for clarity?
- How do you define yourself?
- How does your work define you?
- What would happen if you took time off?
- Would your team survive without you?
- Have you set them up for success without you?
- Is your leadership style preventing you from taking a vacation?
- What would life look like if you weren’t so tired?
The answers to these questions will help you gain a better understanding of what’s holding you back from taking time away from your job and where you can start making decisions that move you forward.
If you are aspiring to the C-Suite, and tired of the hustle, are you ready to change how you work and implement these tips?
If you are a business owner or C-Suite leader, are you ready to invest in your people and help them be successful? Their success is your success!
Now is the time for you to collect your thoughts and take action.
I want you to succeed and this framework can enable you to do it yourself.
However, if you need more help, I’m here for you as the Drop In CEO, CEO whisperer or as a sounding board.
To hear more about my story about framework, please tune into my podcast that is releasing this Friday 7/14/23.
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