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Philip
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I gave up my tech business a few years ago and was lucky to be recruited by a large consultancy that offers excellent work life balance. Their policy is that if someone is continuously doing overtime then theat project needs another resource. Overtime is pretty much optional and I've done no more than 2 hours in two years. They also offer 10 days optional (unpaid) leave meaning I get 37 days off, so plenty of family time. My productivity is still very high and they are happy with my work.
I'm now looking for a new job now but figuring out which companies offer work life balance is proving difficult. I just asked one potential employer if they optional leave and got a nasty response, basically asking me to justify it.
I'm considering contracting, so short contracts during which I can work hard and take breaks in between contracts. Apparently the contract market is booming again. Glassdoor gives some insight as well.
What are your experiences and tips?
I'm now looking for a new job now but figuring out which companies offer work life balance is proving difficult. I just asked one potential employer if they optional leave and got a nasty response, basically asking me to justify it.
I'm considering contracting, so short contracts during which I can work hard and take breaks in between contracts. Apparently the contract market is booming again. Glassdoor gives some insight as well.
What are your experiences and tips?