Here is how leaders can lower their stress levels before, during and after vacation:
Before the vacation
- Moments of relaxation should be built into their schedule to help leaders transition to vacation so the break does not come as a shock to their routine.
- Tasks that must be completed in the weeks before vacation should be prioritized so the last few days before are not full of deadlines.
- Leaders should send out word of their vacation so colleagues and clients know they will be unplugged from work communications during their time away from the office.
- A handoff should be established to ensure key responsibilities will be handled by co-workers.
During the vacation
- Set an intention for the vacation, such as being more joyful, energized or calm.
- Unplug and set all work communications aside.
- Immerse in the vacation and try to see, hear, smell and feel everything that makes the new location unique.
After the vacation
- After arriving at work, make a plan that organizes workflow.
- Reset priorities in case anything pressing has popped up during the vacation.
- Leaders should remember the highlights of their vacation and try to integrate the intent of their vacations into their daily lives.
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