A person has achieved a good work-life balance when there is harmony between the different areas of their life – work, family, friends and hobbies. These areas should support and complement each other. People with a poor work-life balance often work long hours, leaving little time for non-work activities. It can be particularly challenging for someone who works night shifts to achieve a good balance between their professional and personal life.
Even if someone works a standard number of hours, having trouble switching off after work can also be a sign of poor work-life balance. This is becoming increasingly difficult due to 24/7 connectivity with modern technology, as well as the rise of working from home, which blurs the boundaries between work life and home life.
