Do you view work-life balance as a myth or is it something you are constantly striving to achieve? A Gallup study shows that 61% of American workers are seeking a better work-life balance, a desire sparked by the increase in flexible working caused by the pandemic.
The situation is broadly the same in the UK. Recent research from human resources and payroll software company Ciphr found that more than two-thirds of people – specifically, 70% of women and 65% of men – consider work-life balance to be more important than work. salary.
The discovery of flexibility in how and where to work during the coronavirus crisis made it possible to realize that careers could, and perhaps should, adapt to our lives instead of the opposite approach that had become the standard.
However, while the majority of us desire greater balance, only a minority know how to achieve it; At least that’s what a Harvard Business School study of mid- and upper-level workers suggests.
He found that when trying to achieve work-life balance, those who believe they have it see it as a cyclical thing rather than a hard and fast rule of life. They understand that reactivity is necessary and that difficult decisions have to be made. The study showed that a work-life balance stems from the understanding that sacrifices will have to be made at work and at home, that decisions must be final, and that support is needed from all sources.
How to develop a better work-life balance? Continue reading.
Define success for yourself
What does a successful work balance look like to you? It will certainly be different from the person sitting next to you. It will be a mix of personal and professional goals and will be heavily influenced by the controllable and non-negotiable elements of your life. Once you have defined your gain, you can begin to make precise decisions about what you sacrifice to achieve it.
Manage Technology
How can technology help you succeed? According to the Office of National Statistics (ONS), hybrid working is now the norm for 84% of corporate employees, so what can you do with that freed up commuting time?
Can technology – everything from email to SLACK and WhatsApp to Zoom – make your workday smoother? On the other hand, it’s important to recognize aspects of technology that it might be time to cut yourself off from; threads you don’t need to be in or remote meetings you might not need to attend. Technology should save time, not make it easier to waste.
Create support networks at work and at home
Delegation at work and at home is imperative if you want to achieve goals without working around the clock. At home, outsource time-consuming tasks. At work, look to the future and start empowering those around you to make decisions without you. Retaining key talent is essential for successful teams, and 70% of workers will stay with a company if promoted within three years.
Ready to put it all into practice? We found three cloud-based hybrid roles on the FinExtra Job Board below.
HR Systems and Data Analyst, SaltPay
The role: The HR Systems and Data Analyst will be responsible for leading systems and data projects which include understanding needs, creating a plan, liaising with other departments and ensuring results.
Responsibilities: You will optimize the use of available tools as well as the search for new tools adapted to the objectives of the organization. You will be constantly looking for automation of tools and processes associated with the human team, whether in tools or processes.
Requirements: Proven experience working with people-related systems, strong knowledge of project management software tools, methodologies and best practices, and experience leading projects through the life cycle are required.
Apply for the position of HR Systems and Data Analyst or explore other opportunities with SaltPay.
Senior IOS Engineer, Monzo
The role: The Senior IOS Engineer will work in a small self-contained product team on core personal banking experience, fee-based products, lending products, business banking and internal operations as needed.
Responsibilities: With the ability to work remotely, you’ll be responsible for an overall business goal, rather than creating a specific feature – you’ll have the opportunity to impact both what Monzo builds and how which Monzo builds it.
Requirements: You have delivered and iterated at least one app in the App Store, have an understanding of computing principles, and are comfortable working in a team that deals with ambiguity.
Apply for the Senior IOS Engineer role or explore other cloud-based roles at Monzo.
Senior Backend Engineer, BVNK
The role: The Senior Backend Engineer will work in a small team to bridge the gap between crypto and traditional finance, with a particular focus on BVNK’s corporate account functionality.
Responsibilities: You will collaborate with the product team to quickly iterate and drive results while transitioning from technical to non-technical with other business stakeholders.
Requirements: Ideally, you will have Fintech work experience with a desire to work in the crypto space. You will have received the highest honors in college in a software engineering degree or in a STEM discipline.
Apply for the Senior Backend Engineer position or explore other cloud opportunities at BVNK.
For more exciting career opportunities in the Fintech space, check out the Finextra Job Board.
