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Research: Are You Penalizing Your Best Employees for Unplugging?

May 12, 2025
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The blurring of boundaries between people’s jobs and personal lives, exacerbated by the pandemic, can make it feel like the workday never ends. The burnout that results from never quite feeling unplugged has become a major drain on workers and businesses, reducing employee well-being and productivity.

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