Many employees want time off for holidays but still feel they must stay connected. An expert says this happens because expectations are not clear and employees read signals from managers and coworkers.
Managers should say clearly what presence they expect before a worker leaves. Employees should tell managers about important deadlines and client needs early. Teams can plan schedules and set up backup help so work continues. Disconnecting from work matters for health, so leaders should support time away and reduce last-minute problems.
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- employee — Someone who works for a company or personemployees
- connect — to join or keep in contact with othersconnected
- expectation — a belief about what will be doneexpectations
- signal — something that gives information or a messagesignals
- presence — being at a place or available for work
- deadline — a time or date when work must finishdeadlines
- disconnect — to stop being in contact with workDisconnecting
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