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The Right to Switch Off: Why Boundaries at Work Are Breaking Down


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Why has switching off from work become so difficult?

In this episode of PeopleScope, we explore the rising culture of “always on” — from leavism (working on holiday) to quiet vacationing (taking secret time off). We look at why boundaries are breaking down, what it costs employees and organisations, and whether a proposed Right to Switch Off law could actually solve the problem.

Expect insights on:

  • Why nearly 60% of workers now work while on holiday

  • How “quiet vacationing” signals deeper cultural issues

  • The role leadership plays in shaping boundaries

  • Why respecting rest isn’t just about wellbeing — it’s a performance strategy

If people can’t rest without guilt, without deception, or without bringing a laptop on holiday, the problem isn’t with them. It’s with the culture.

🎧 Tune in to understand why boundaries at work matter more than ever.

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