We all need a break from work — it’s good for productivity, it’s good for health and happiness. Here’s a selection of MIT SMR articles that’ll help you unplug, log off, and maintain workplace wellness.
Workaholic behavior can damage organizations and teams; managers can take steps to help employees attain better balance.
Companies’ approach to employee health should take into account the effects of social media use on workers’ well-being.
A business leader shares advice to help managers combat stress and support employees’ overall wellness.
No-meeting days allow for efficient collaboration while preventing focused, heads-down work from being disrupted.
Policies for unlimited or mandatory time off that aim to combat burnout and boost employee retention can backfire.
Work martyrdom seldom makes you more productive. Take a vacation instead.
A mental vacation is good for your powers of creativity.
In the race for jobs, the capacity for leisure can give humans a surprising edge.
Managers play a crucial role in boosting employee participation in health-related activities at work.