Time off

Your title doesn't make you a leader.

How you choose to treat your team does.

Your actions will determine a supportive culture

where time off is a source of strength.

What to avoid as a leader:

❌ Praising work while sick:

↳ "Thank you for working even though you don't feel well" 

↳ This sends the wrong message about your company's values

❌ Neglecting feedback: 

↳ Ignoring employee feedback about workload and stress

❌ Discouraging time off:

↳ Making employees feel guilty for taking breaks

↳ Time off is a right, not a reward

❌ Setting unrealistic goals: 

↳ Targets that require overwork are unsustainable

❌ Promoting an "Always On" culture: 

↳ Expecting 24/7 availability, even on weekends or vacations

What to do as a leader:

✅ Be a role model for taking time off:

↳ Take time off - and talk about it. Normalize rest

✅ Recognize efforts: 

↳ Acknowledge achievements that promote well-being rather than appreciating health sacrifices

✅ Encourage flexibility: 

↳ Trust your team to deliver in ways that work for them

✅ Prevent post-vacation overload: 

↳ Plan ahead to make returning from time off manageable

✅ Conduct meaningful check-ins: 

↳ Make 1:1s safe spaces to talk about well-being and workload

Be the leader you wish you had. 

Source: Dora Vanourek

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