Unhealthy wellbeing behaviour

In an article written by Ella Rhodes of The Psychologist on a Guide to Leadership, she references research published by Gail Kinman (University of Bedfordshire) on how leaders need to be an example of employee wellbeing.  Professor Kinman poses the question that ‘leaders’ need to see themselves as role models for healthy behaviour.  She says:

“If you expect staff to go home on time but you often work late, they will follow your lead.  If you send emails during evenings and weekends you’re sending a signal you expect them to be read and replied to – even if this isn’t your intention.  While working long hours may have short-term benefits there are long-term costs for employees work-life balance, health and job performance, Professor Kinman warns”

Tip

Maintain healthy boundaries between your own work and personal life, otherwise attempts to manage the wellbeing of others will be ineffective.