Work-life balance Stories - Page 25

Global Stories

Work-life balance stories

Technology can support working families, experts say

Flexible working arrangements are crucial to keep employees engaged and reduce attrition, says new research from WFS Australia.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Jun 2016

Digital Transformation

Will social data monitoring improve the Kiwi workplace?

Nearly a third of workers are happy for their employer to have access to personal data, according to a report by PwC.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Aug 2014

Health Technologies

How to create an effective work-life balance...

Struggling with work-life balance? Leading research suggests that posture can impact your mood and energy. Learn practical tips to regain balance.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2014

5 tips to achieve a work-life balance...

Struggling to balance work and life? LinkedIn blogger Claudia Megele offers crucial tips on managing emotions and expectations to achieve true happiness.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Apr 2013

Productivity

App of the Week: Nike + iPod

Discover how the Nike+iPod app blends exercise with your favourite music playlists, enhancing both your workouts and productivity.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Jan 2012

Cloud Services

A date with Datastor

Datastor's CEO, Dave Rosenberg, talks to The Channel about his IT career so far and his new-found passion for mountain biking.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Thu, 1st Oct 2009

Unified Communications

Creating a flexible work environment

Unified communications technology is providing a new, flexible working environment and helping achieve work-life balance.

By Staff Writer • 8 min read • Thu, 1st Jan 2009

Stories from Other Regions

Work-life balance stories

Fintech

Work-life balance a challenge for NZ businesses

Stress was a challenge in 62% of organisations surveyed, and 50% of respondents noted concerns about the mental health of staff or colleagues.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2018

Risk & Compliance

Keep fatigue out of the workplace

Fatigue can raise the risk of workplace incidents, leaving businesses and workers responsible for spotting tiredness before it affects safety.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jan 2018

Human Capital Management

Get rid of absenteeism once and for all

Absenteeism is costing New Zealand employers GBP £650 million a year, with sick days rising as businesses get bigger.

By Geoff • 5 min read • Mon, 7th Aug 2017

Supply Chain

Billion-dollar boost if Auckland roads decongested

Auckland businesses could gain GBP £1.3 billion a year if peak-time gridlock is eased, according to a new report warning of mounting costs.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 2nd Aug 2017

Human Capital Management

Four-dimensional approach for all-round wellness

Workplace stress is costing employers productivity and retention, as firms widen wellness programmes beyond exercise to mind, emotions and values.

By Geoff • 9 min read • Tue, 11th Apr 2017

Agricultural Technology

Exercise experts get flexible for rural health

Personalised workouts are in demand as agritech and long hours leave farmers needing support to stay fit, healthy and injury-free.

By Geoff • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Feb 2017

AVG Technologies

Kids vs mobile phones - who gets more attention?

One in three Kiwi kids say their parents spend as much or less time with them as on mobile devices, according to new AVG Technologies research.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 25th Jun 2015

Partner Programmes

Celebrating Success

Dave Rosenberg reveals a few secrets to Heather Wright as he talks Westcon, leadership and the importance of family.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Mon, 1st Oct 2012

Virtualisation

Loving life -and work

More than 20 years in the industry haven't dampened Jennifer Rutherford's enthusiasm for the sector — and what it can do for business.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Sun, 1st Jul 2012