The Shocking Truth About Work-Life Balance Most Successful Americans Reject
The Shocking Truth About Work-Life Balance Most Successful Americans Reject
Redefining the Meaning of Balance
Goals Drive Daily Choices
Guilt Doesn't Control Every Decision
They Focus on Integration Instead
Balance Is Rarely Perfect
Balance Looks Different for Everyone
Rest Is Viewed as an Investment
Productivity Matters More Than Hours
Success Often Requires Sacrifice
Priorities Change With Seasons
They Say No More Frequently
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Work-life balance often is touted as the ultimate solution, where workers are able to give their careers the same attention they give to their families, health and personal pursuits. But many of the most successful Americans take a different view of the concept. They don't seek perfection on a daily basis, and they don't worry about balancing everything; they know that at times things have to be intense and focused and they have to let things go in other ways. One reason they succeed is they know it's not always about achieving balance, but about creating a process of balance. Here are the surprising answers to the question, “What do the top achievers think about work and life?”