Most people are wrapped up in and primarily identified by the work they do. After all, HR people like me work hard to develop workplace branding that fosters ‘employer of choice’ environments with which to attract and retain talent. But since leaving the corporate world and becoming a consultant, I’ve developed a clearer perspective on the importance of balance in people’s lives: time off is good, recharging batteries is important, and time away with family and friends can help renew a sense of purpose when returning to work. If that’s true, maybe we should focus more on this time off and recharging concept as a way to better balance the work people do and the people they are. Most attendance policies focus on the importance of being at work: maybe they should also start to reflect the benefits of time off from work. Workplace cultures, and their policies and practices, should be focused on helping employees be their best... that’s how and when they and their companies do great work. That’s how to really be yourself today.
Toni Morrison (b. 1931): American novelist, essayist, editor, teacher, and professor emeritus at Princeton University
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