{"id":11279,"date":"2019-03-25T09:07:48","date_gmt":"2019-03-25T09:07:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/?p=11279"},"modified":"2019-03-25T09:07:51","modified_gmt":"2019-03-25T09:07:51","slug":"engineers-how-to-improve-your-work-life-balance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/engineers-how-to-improve-your-work-life-balance\/","title":{"rendered":"Engineers: how to improve your work-life balance"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While we all hope to have a good work-life balance, there\u2019s no doubt that maintaining this is a challenge.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Especially for engineers, who often have to practice long working hours in both the office and on-site.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As such, achieving a satisfying work-life balance can seem like an impossible dream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite 97.1% of engineers believing that a good work-life balance is important, worrying new statistics from<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cv-library.co.uk\/career-advice\/start\/kick-start-career-engineering\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" CV-Library (opens in a new tab)\"> CV-Library<\/a><\/strong> reveal that 32.4% of engineers don&#8217;t have the balance right. This can lead to fatigue and even burnout.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Indeed, over a third (37.7%) of engineers claim that they&#8217;ve left a job because of this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In light of these findings, our guide reflects on some of the ways you can improve your work-life balance, ensuring that you\u2019re the best version of yourself at work and at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Find out what interests you<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re in a <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"job area (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dg.ca\/blog\/6-different-types-of-engineering-jobs\" target=\"_blank\">job area<\/a><\/strong>which really interests you, chances are you\u2019ll be more engaged with your tasks while at work. You\u2019ll increase your <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cv-library.co.uk\/career-advice\/work-life\/4-productivity-tips-get-working-day\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"productivity (opens in a new tab)\">productivity<\/a><\/strong>, make less mistakes and will generally be more efficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re wondering how this will improve your work-life balance, the answer is quite simple.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Engaging with and enjoying the work that you do will help you to leave work on-time, feeling satisfied and proud of what you\u2019ve accomplished.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Feeling content will also help you to create a clear line between the working day and your personal life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if you think you\u2019re leaving work at the office, the reality can be a lot different if you\u2019re still worrying about your job after-hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Be realistic<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Often, engineers are labelled as meticulous, methodical, or even perfectionists. These are great qualities to have in the workplace.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, they can also be counterproductive when it comes to creating a good work-life balance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, it can be difficult to simply leave work behind at the end of the day. It\u2019s important to be realistic with your expectations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re reaching the end of your tether, give yourself a break and don\u2019t beat yourself up over small mistakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Put everything down on paper that you\u2019re trying to do perfectly. Writing everything out will show you if this is really a realistic goal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Taking a step back from your perfectionism should give you some perspective \u2013 don&#8217;t let impossible expectations destroy your work-life balance!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Don\u2019t be scared to say no<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/elanagross\/2016\/09\/19\/when-to-say-no-at-work\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Not being able to say \u2018no\u2019 (opens in a new tab)\">Not being able to say \u2018no\u2019<\/a><\/strong> in the workplace is a sure-fire way to land yourself with tasks surplus to your role. While you might be helping out a friend or think that it will reflect well on you if you\u2019re going for a promotion, you&#8217;ll quickly become overloaded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember, it\u2019s okay to be selfish sometimes. Don\u2019t be a yes-man. Take a step back and think about whether you can really complete these extra tasks to the best of your abilities. If you decide that you can\u2019t &#8211; that\u2019s fine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Giving yourself this time to assess your work demands is vital. Start eliminating unnecessary extra work by practicing the power of \u2018no\u2019!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Switch off notifications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you\u2019re not in the workplace, switch off your notifications. Constantly checking your work inbox will only eat into the time that should be put towards looking after yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Furthermore, by responding to notifications that pop up, you\u2019re telling colleagues that it\u2019s okay to contact you outside of work hours. Don\u2019t fall into this vicious cycle!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, if you\u2019re feeling stressed about the week ahead of you, write down a list of everything that you want to deal with and put it out of your mind. By externalising these thoughts, when you leave the office, you\u2019ll actually leave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Set aside time for you<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Make time in the day to do what makes you happy. Whether it\u2019s spending time with loved ones, playing an instrument or watching your favourite programme. This time is for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you find it hard to find time for self-care, get creative. Especially in high-pressure jobs such as engineering, many of us are guilty of skipping lunch. Instead of working through your lunch hour or being buried on your phone at your desk, dedicate this time to yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s so much you can do in an hour. Listen to an informative podcast, go for a walk, or meet a friend for coffee. Small, but repeated changes will soon make a big difference to your wellbeing!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to have a good work-life balance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The key to having a good work-life balance is to make it your priority. While your engineering career may be incredibly rewarding, it\u2019s important to look after your wellbeing if you want to continue progressing at work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To engineer a healthy work-life balance, put our advice into practice and start making changes to your everyday routine. No doubt, you\u2019ll soon notice the benefits.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While we all hope to have a good work-life balance, there\u2019s no doubt that maintaining this is a challenge.&nbsp; Especially for engineers, who often have to practice long working hours in both the office and on-site.&nbsp; As such, achieving a satisfying work-life balance can seem like an impossible dream. 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