Making the case for workationing

Making the case for workationing

With the rise of telecommuting and working away from the office. More and more people are finding that they can work from anywhere. 

And while that’s great news for employees who want more flexibility, it can be a tough sell to the boss. After all, why would they want to give up the control and oversight that comes with having their employees in an office?

Here’s where workationing comes in. A workation is simply a vacation that also doubles as a work trip. 

And while it may seem like a stretch to ask your boss to sign off on something like this, there are actually quite a few compelling reasons why workationing could be beneficial for both you and your company. 

One of the biggest objections to working away from the office is the potential for decreased productivity. After all, if employees are working from home with distractions like TV and social media just a click away? How can businesses be sure that they’re getting their money’s worth? 

Workationing helps to address this issue by providing employees with a change of scenery and the structure needed to stay focused. 

When you’re on a workation, you’re more likely to stick to set work hours and avoid distractions because you’re in an unfamiliar environment. 

And since you’re technically on vacation, you’re also more likely to feel motivated to get your work done so that you can enjoy the rest of your time off.

Another common objection to telecommuting is that it can lead to blurred lines between work and home life. When Employees are working from home, they may feel pressure to be “on” all the time, leading to burnout. 

Workationing can help alleviate this issue by giving employees dedicated time for work followed by dedicated time for leisure. This way, there’s no need to try and juggle both at the same time. 

And since workations tend to be shorter than traditional vacations, employees won’t feel as if they’re neglecting their work responsibilities.

One final reason why workationing could be beneficial for your company is that it can lead to improved morale among employees. Let’s face it: most of us could use a break from the day-to-day grind every now and then. 

By allowing employees to take a break in order take care of themselves, companies can show that they value their employee’s well-being—something that can lead to increased loyalty and improved performance down the line.

If you’re considering proposing a workation to your boss, hopefully this has provided you with some guidance on how best to approach the subject. 

Remember: when done right, workations can lead to increased productivity, improved work-life balance, and improved morale—all things that any company would want for their employees. 

So go ahead and ask—it just might be worth your while!