RESEARCH SHOWS: LONGER TIME OFF FROM WORK INCREASES SATISFACTION AND PRODUCTIVITY

Due to the increasing prevalence of burnout syndrome, the desire for new experiences, and a better work-life balance, employees are increasingly seeking jobs at companies that offer extended, possibly paid time off, according to research by the British institute CMI.

According to the results of the research summarized by The Guardian, 53% of organizations offer the possibility of extended time off, and 29% of managers reported that it is not a problem at all.

In the public sector and humanitarian organizations, 62% of surveyed managers confirmed the possibility of extended leave, while in the private sector, 44% did so.

Researchers note that extended time off increases employee satisfaction and contributes to retaining employees within existing organizations.

This type of leave lasts for several weeks but can extend to more than a year and is often associated with traveling the world, which is a key goal for the millennial generation, or with the desire for new experiences, skills, and knowledge.

Employees do not use this time solely for passive rest but for exploring various professional goals and opportunities. Some companies have already recognized this and are trying to retain creative and high-quality employees who have burned out from excessive workloads.

The tech giant Microsoft is among the companies offering their employees who have been with the company for more than ten years an extended paid leave, totaling eight weeks.