Articles about work-life balance

In the era of remote work, the boundaries between professional and personal lives have become increasingly blurred. Recognizing the need for tools that cater to this new reality, Logitech has launched the Signature Slim K950 Wireless Keyboard and the Signature Slim Combo, designed to help users effortlessly transition between work and leisure.

The Signature Slim Combo is particularly aimed at modern multitaskers who find themselves switching between work laptops and home desktops. It features the Signature Slim K950 keyboard, which boasts quiet typing, and the Signature Plus Mouse M750, known for its silent clicks and fast, precise scrolling. This combo ensures productivity and focus, regardless of the operating system in use.

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In today's fast-paced and 24-hour world, achieving a healthy work-life balance has become increasingly challenging for professionals across various industries. However, it is particularly crucial for individuals starting their careers in the mainframe technology field. Maintaining a good work-life balance is vital for new entrants in the mainframe industry, but equally important is the need to put robust support systems in place for new starters.

According to research from the mental wellbeing platform Yerbo, 40 percent of IT professionals are at high risk of burnout. Success in IT is often viewed through the prism of a ‘hustle culture’ that prizes long hours and an always-on mentality as the hallmarks of success. That is particularly true for the mainframe, given its criticality within businesses. In a field dominated by experts with decades of experience, new entrants can feel pressured to constantly go above and beyond, abandoning any work-life balance and striving to meet the standards of their more experienced peers. Unfortunately, this mindset can be detrimental to the well-being and productivity of new professionals entering the field.

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