Balancing career with family commitments

Synopsis

Conflict between work and family life is one of the most common sources of stress for working adults. In this productivity-driven society that we are living in, more and more people are finding it hard to adequately fulfill their roles both at home and at the workplace. More often than not, workers are unable to find a point of balance between their careers and their families — there is always one that is given more priority than the other. This behavior has been associated with a number of dysfunctional outcomes — strained familial relationships, inefficiency at work, and poor physical and mental health. Hence, it is very important that we are able to achieve balance between our work and our family life.

Learning Outcome:

Know the benefits of a work-life balance
Signs of an unbalanced life
Telecommunicate effectively
Master time management and goal setting
Leave work stress at work, and home stress at home
Work at a home office productively
Manage time effectively
Find the most effective work methods for you
Draw a boundary between work and home
Create a balance at work and at home
Learn to manage stress