Disconnecting from work while on vacation sounds a lot easier than it actually is. What boundaries are you setting to prep for a work free vacation?
My #1 boundary? I don't bring my work phone! I'm fortunate enough to have a team who will cover me in my well-deserved absence! Planning can be stressful, but I try to respond to emails, clean up my inbox, and delegate any tasks before I shut my laptop and hit the road.
Dan Chelgren
2w
Boundaries are everything! I've found that it helps me to set a dedicated 30-minute window to check on work messages while on vacation. Doing this 2-3 times while away gives me peace of mind knowing I won't be totally out of the loop when I return, while removing the urge to constantly check in. If going 100% off the grid causes more stress than it's worth for you, I'd give this approach a try!
Personally, I spend some extra time anticipating potential roadblocks my team may face while I'm away and creating a list of resolutions or who else can be relied on to answer a question while I'm OOO. Usually I find that very few of these roadblocks come to fruition, they are handled smoothly thanks to my planning, and I feel extra accomplished seeing all the potential roadblocks were not a problem after all!
Patrick Kool
2w
It feels impossible to me to have a vacation that's fully work free! Can't give you guys a good answer this time 😄
Ethan Sayagh
2w
I'm creating automation on all of the boards in my workspace. When a task is assigned to Ethan, trigger a notification stating: 'Ethan is on vacation; leave him alone! 😂
Laura D.
2w
I am going on holiday in a few weeks and i intend to give myself 2 windows a day to check my emails. As a sales person it is very hard to create boundaries as ultimately i have a target to achieve.
Bray St.
2w
Turning off notifications - and maybe even deleting your work messenger and email apps - is simple but can be very effective!
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2wDisconnecting from work during a vacation can indeed be more challenging than it seems. It is important to follow some rules - advance planning, informing colleagues, a few weeks before the vacation, delegation, and a particularly important point is mental preparation. Rest as a priority, remember that vacation is a time for rest and recuperation. Try to mentally disconnect from work and focus on relaxing and your hobbies. ✔ Setting clear boundaries and preparing for the vacation will help you fully enjoy your rest and return to work with renewed energy and enthusiasm. 😉