How to overcome the fear of taking time off.pptx
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The document discusses creating a good company culture that supports employees taking time off from work. It outlines aspects of a supportive culture such as being flexible, empowering, and not encouraging overworking. Bad cultures that should be avoided are those that micromanage, value work over other aspects of life, and do not provide adequate holidays or maternity/paternity leave. The document then provides tips for employees to take time off, such as leading by example, planning coverage, and communicating plans. It also discusses the benefits and challenges of starting a family and returning to work after having children.
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- 1. The boss baby: Overcoming the fear of taking time off Slideshare.Net/AnnaMorrish @annamorrish Anna Morrish Quibble
- 3. Good culture @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 4. Good culture @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 5. Good culture @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Supportive
- 6. Good culture @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Supportive
- 7. Good culture @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Flexible Supportive
- 8. Good culture @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Supportive Flexible
- 9. Good culture @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Supportive Empowering Flexible
- 10. Bad culture @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 11. Bad culture @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 12. Bad culture @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Micro-manages
- 13. Bad culture @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Micro-manages
- 14. Bad culture @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Micro-manages Encourages overworking
- 15. Bad culture @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Micro-manages Encourages overworking
- 16. Bad culture @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Micro-manages Values “stuff” Encourages overworking
- 17. Bad culture @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Encourages overworking
- 18. Bad culture @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Encourages overworking
- 19. Bad culture @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Remote workers work 52% longer hours Encourages overworking
- 20. Bad culture @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Encourages overworking Remote workers work 52% longer hours
- 21. Bad culture @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Encourages overworking Those with unlimited holiday take 54% less holiday Remote workers work 52% longer hours
- 30. Starting a family @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 31. Starting a family @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 32. Starting a family @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 33. Starting a family @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 34. Starting a family @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 35. @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Any idea of what paternity pay is like?
- 36. @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Any idea of what paternity pay is like? £156.66 a week or 90% of your average weekly earnings (whichever is lower)
- 37. @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Statutory paternity leave and pay in the UK is among the lowest in Europe.
- 38. @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Statutory paternity leave and pay in the UK is among the lowest in Europe. Only 31% of new dads take paternity leave.
- 39. @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Statutory paternity leave and pay in the UK is among the lowest in Europe. Only 31% of new dads take paternity leave. Many men use holiday instead.
- 41. How to take time off @annamorrish | #brightonSEO (And, build a culture where people feel confident about it)
- 42. Lead by example @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 43. Take control @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 44. Get cover or provide training @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 45. Write processes down @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 46. Share passwords & access @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 47. Share passwords & access @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 48. Go through the “what if” scenarios @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 52. The pros outweigh the cons @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 53. Reasons to take time off @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 65. Starting a family is so rewarding @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 66. Starting a family is so rewarding @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 67. Starting a family is so rewarding @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 68. Starting a family is so rewarding @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 70. Returning to work @annamorrish | #brightonSEO
- 71. Returning to work @annamorrish | #brightonSEO 98% of mums want to return
- 72. Returning to work @annamorrish | #brightonSEO 98% of mums want to return think it’s viable 13%
- 74. @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Plan for childcare
- 75. @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Share your experience
- 76. @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Learn & get training
- 77. @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Be realistic
- 78. @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Set goals
- 79. @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Embrace a new perspective
- 80. @annamorrish | #brightonSEO Invest in self care
- 82. BETTER LIFE
- 83. LESS STRIFE
Editor's Notes
- I’m here talking about the fear of taking time off as it’s something I’ve experienced – On multiple occasions. Takeaways: -How to build a culture where teams are confident taking time off -Why taking time off is good for business -When to take time off and how to do it First… we’ve got to address culture…
- Company culture is a business's attitudes, values, behaviors and goals It defines the way people interact with each other and the way the company makes decisions.
- It should be a psychologically safe environment and fair
- Trusting
- While ensuring accountability Also transparent With clear visions. Wins are celebrated.
- Doesn’t invest in people but things… like ping pong tables
- Focus on the overworking element.
- A 2021 survey by Namely revealed that workers with unlimited policies take less time off than their counterparts with traditional time-off policies. On average, unlimited PTO-ers only take 13 days off in a year.
- Unlimited holiday can also cause more anxiety as people don’t want to be seen as taking the mick. -This goes for holiday, sick, and mat leave – something I spoke about recently to CMI - Chartered Management Institute Research found that working 55 hours or more a week was associated with a 35% higher risk of stroke and a 17% higher risk of dying from heart disease. Taking vacation time is essential to employee survival.
- When I started Quibble…
- I felt guilt taking time off. So I didn’t – For the first 3 years I took no more that 1 day off… other than bank holidays.
- But, we’d started to grow and one of my colleagues literally told me off and told me to have a break!
- However, the fear didn’t truly set in until I decided to start a family
- Something happened....
- My life was about to change completely … worst of all I had to take time off.
- Let alone your career. job postings mentioning enhanced parental leave has doubled since last year - according to indeed. Although the number is still small. The number of full-time stay-at-home dads in the UK has leapt by a third since before the pandemic, according to new figures from the Office for National Statistics, compiled by The Guardian. The data shows that one in nine full-time stay-at-home parents are fathers, up from one in 14 in 2019
- The pay rate is lower than the minimum wage. Not surprising only 31% of new dads took paternity leave.
- The pay rate is lower than the minimum wage.
- UK is one of the worst. Less than 4% of eligible families use shared parental leave. You’re screwed if you’re self-employed.
- UK is one of the worst. Less than 4% of eligible families use shared parental leave. You’re screwed if you’re self-employed.
- UK is one of the worst. Less than 4% of eligible families use shared parental leave. You’re screwed if you’re self-employed.
- Communicate with family and friends and clients! – The last one really helped me. Explain any concerns. This is what you can do at work, but what about out of work… Join groups on Facebook – There’s so much support out there. For expecting and new mums I recommend peanut – tinder for mums. Keep up to date with your knowledge and experience
- Take time off and communicate it with your team. This helps to create a culture where it is encouraged and celebrated to take time off. Promote balance and flexible work arrangements. Less pressure. Join online communities - Tech women seo community, Facebook Ask for support Speak up about your experiences and fears – it does not make you weak
- Communicate with family and friends and clients! – The last one really helped me. Explain any concerns. Clearly communicate your company's policies regarding time off, sick leave, and other types of leave. Make sure that your employees know how much time off they are entitled to, and that they feel confident in taking it without worrying about the consequences. Join groups on Facebook – There’s so much support out there. For expecting and new mums I recommend peanut – tinder for mums. Keep up to date with your knowledge and experience
- Have a system in place for covering tasks and responsibilities when someone is on leave. This helps to ensure that the workload is not overwhelming when an employee returns. Have a timeline but prepare to be flexible
- You’re a team – everyone should support one another
- Last pass or keepass Even give stuff to your partner so you can take a break.
- Keep up to date – before, during and after.
- Good thing for business as you see who steps up in their absence. Evaluate the team, processes etc
- Better relationships
- Returning to work can also cause anxiety
- It gave me anxiety
- 13% think it’s viable on a full-time basis.
- Spend time in the office where possible Stay connected – before, during and after Explain your needs – are you still pumping? Understand that your emotions will still be all over the place.
- Do you need to do a dummy run or leave a little earlier? – Ask for flexible working. Nurseries charge you for every 10minutes you’re late
- Lead by example – no matter your level. No one is perfect.
- Don't let imposter syndrome kick in
- Don’t push yourself too hard. I started saying yes to everything
- Be kind to yourself. You’re still getting settled into a new routine.