A new survey by ADP Canada and Maru Public Opinion has revealed that although many working Canadians report feeling engaged and satisfied in the workplace, they also have trouble establishing boundaries between their work and personal lives, Yahoo Finance reports.
The survey shows that job satisfaction in the workplace continues to remain relatively high, with seven in ten (67 per cent) Canadian workers responding that they feel satisfied in the workplace.
This is positive news for employers, however, the survey reportedly finds areas of concern that employers should not dismiss around boundaries and work-life balance. According to the survey, over a third (34 per cent) of respondents report feeling that they are not able to set boundaries at work when it comes to preserving their work-life balance. As a result, 32 per cent of respondents report feeling tired or overworked at work, prompting concerns about a correlation between boundaries and burnout.
That overworked feeling was most apparent amongst surveyed Canadians aged 18-34, with 23 per cent reporting working long hours on a regular basis and over four in ten (43 per cent) struggling to set work-life boundaries.
Ed Yuen - Vice President, Strategy and HR Outsourcing at ADP Canada - said, "As we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, where lines between work and our personal lives were blurred for many who worked from home, it will be important for employers to continue building a mindful and supportive work environment that provides employees with regular opportunities to discuss their priorities and encourages them to feel comfortable setting boundaries."
Proactive employers are key to employee engagement and wellbeing
Although Canadian workers report feeling engaged at work, there is an opportunity to identify a need and provide additional support. Almost three in ten (29 per cent) of respondents feel they have not been provided with the support, tools and resources to advance their careers.
Canadian organisations are being proactive and do understand the importance of frequently checking in on employees to discuss goals and feedback. Four in ten (40 per cent) working Canadians surveyed reported that they receive weekly check-ins from their management.
"It's encouraging to see that employers are prioritising weekly check-ins. Not only do check-ins help to identify potential issues early on, but they also provide employers with the opportunity to support their employees and help raise capacity or fatigue issues," Mr Yuen said.
In addition to check-ins, Canadian workers reportedly indicate that their feedback is taken into account. More than half (53 per cent) of respondents report that their goals, feedback and expectations are taken seriously by their employer in the workplace.
"Now, more than ever, employers should encourage employees to disconnect from work and set boundaries, while also providing them with the right support and resources to manage their work-life balance and achieve their career goals," Mr Yuen said.
Source: Yahoo Finance
(Quotes via original reporting)
A new survey by ADP Canada and Maru Public Opinion has revealed that although many working Canadians report feeling engaged and satisfied in the workplace, they also have trouble establishing boundaries between their work and personal lives, Yahoo Finance reports.
The survey shows that job satisfaction in the workplace continues to remain relatively high, with seven in ten (67 per cent) Canadian workers responding that they feel satisfied in the workplace.
This is positive news for employers, however, the survey reportedly finds areas of concern that employers should not dismiss around boundaries and work-life balance. According to the survey, over a third (34 per cent) of respondents report feeling that they are not able to set boundaries at work when it comes to preserving their work-life balance. As a result, 32 per cent of respondents report feeling tired or overworked at work, prompting concerns about a correlation between boundaries and burnout.
That overworked feeling was most apparent amongst surveyed Canadians aged 18-34, with 23 per cent reporting working long hours on a regular basis and over four in ten (43 per cent) struggling to set work-life boundaries.
Ed Yuen - Vice President, Strategy and HR Outsourcing at ADP Canada - said, "As we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, where lines between work and our personal lives were blurred for many who worked from home, it will be important for employers to continue building a mindful and supportive work environment that provides employees with regular opportunities to discuss their priorities and encourages them to feel comfortable setting boundaries."
Proactive employers are key to employee engagement and wellbeing
Although Canadian workers report feeling engaged at work, there is an opportunity to identify a need and provide additional support. Almost three in ten (29 per cent) of respondents feel they have not been provided with the support, tools and resources to advance their careers.
Canadian organisations are being proactive and do understand the importance of frequently checking in on employees to discuss goals and feedback. Four in ten (40 per cent) working Canadians surveyed reported that they receive weekly check-ins from their management.
"It's encouraging to see that employers are prioritising weekly check-ins. Not only do check-ins help to identify potential issues early on, but they also provide employers with the opportunity to support their employees and help raise capacity or fatigue issues," Mr Yuen said.
In addition to check-ins, Canadian workers reportedly indicate that their feedback is taken into account. More than half (53 per cent) of respondents report that their goals, feedback and expectations are taken seriously by their employer in the workplace.
"Now, more than ever, employers should encourage employees to disconnect from work and set boundaries, while also providing them with the right support and resources to manage their work-life balance and achieve their career goals," Mr Yuen said.
Source: Yahoo Finance
(Quotes via original reporting)