The document discusses common myths about work-life balance and what it really means. It notes that work-life balance does not mean an equal 50-50 split of time between work and home, that the balance can vary daily and over one's lifetime, and that there is no single formula that works for everyone. The document also provides tips for achieving better work-life balance, such as saying no when overcommitted, sharing responsibilities, prioritizing tasks, avoiding guilt and procrastination, and making time for leisure activities.

1. Does something like this really exist?Does something like this really exist?
WORK-LIFE BALANCEWORK-LIFE BALANCE
Anshu Agarwal
Class of 1990

2. Myth #1
Work-life balance means 50% time at Work and 50% at Home

3. Myth #2
Women want more work-life balance than Men

4. Myth #3
Work-life balance is synonymous with Work-family balance

5. What Work-life Balance really is…
Work Family
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Achievement &
Enjoyment in...
• Does not mean an
equal balance
• Not one-size fits all
• Varies over time –
may be daily
• No formula that you
can apply

6. • Saying NO – not everything is needed when it is asked
• Sharing the load – delegating and asking for help
• Planning – prioritizing your list sometimes daily
• Not being guilty – be happy with what you are doing
• Not procrastinating – avoidance takes more energy
• Not comparing your success to someone else
• Not being afraid of quitting – bad job is like bad marriage
• Being a child – playing games, watching TV, movies
Things that have worked for me