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Level A1 – BeginnerCEFR A1
2 min
71 words
- Many employees want time off during the holidays.
- Some still feel pressure to stay connected to work.
- Leaders often tell workers they should disconnect from email.
- But many employees act like they must be available.
- Managers need to state clear expectations before vacation starts.
- Workers should tell managers about important deadlines and clients.
- Teams should arrange backup support for unexpected problems at work.
- Disconnecting from work helps health and home life.
Difficult words
- employee — A person who works for a companyemployees
- pressure — A feeling you must do work or tasks
- disconnect — To stop using email or work devicesDisconnecting
- manager — A person who leads a team at workManagers
- deadline — A time when a task must be finisheddeadlines
- backup — Help from another person if needed
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Discussion questions
- Do you want time off during the holidays?
- Do you check work email when you are on holiday?
- Will you tell your manager about important deadlines before vacation?
