Dwayne Wescombe’s Post

A side note that I surely need to add at the footer of my mails.

My thoughts exactly

World needs more such leaders.

Love to see leaders setting this example! 👏 A simple disclaimer on an after-hours email goes a long way in showing respect for work-life balance and giving employees the freedom to set their own boundaries. It's the small things that can make a big difference in creating a positive and supportive work culture. #wellbeing #leadership

How do you communicate your expectations for employees when it comes to after-hours emails and other workplace-specific digital boundaries? Following up on this post from Jennifer Marsh yesterday on the topic (below): The most practical step—which most legal teams don’t take—is spending the time to educate employees on how to set those boundaries. It’s one thing to set these expectations when onboarding new employees. It’s an entirely different thing to educate them on how this works in practice. Where can employees go to change their Teams or Slack notifications? How can employees update their availability to sync correctly across Outlook, Calendly, and Teams? Leaders, in my opinion, are responsible for not just setting org-level expectations—but also showing employees where and how to implement their preferences accordingly. Jennifer Marsh's post: https://lnkd.in/g7EmxwC7 #legaldesign #legalinnovation #legaltech #immigrationlaw

I came across this post and couldn't help but think, "Why isn't this the norm?" Respecting people's time and work-life balance should be a fundamental expectation in today's world. #WorkLifeBalance #RespectTime #ModernWorkplace #EmployeeWellbeing #WorkCulture #TimeManagement #WorkRespect #BalancedLife #HealthyWorkLife #ProfessionalRespect

There is bad practice, not-so-good practice, usual practice, good practice, and best practice. Bad practice: - You write out of hours with an urgent request, then call to make sure it will get done. I don't know anybody who would say no to this, unless they purposedly switch off their phone after work every day. Don't expect any type of compensation. Not-so-good practice: - You write out of hours with a tone of urgency. Most people will still answer. Some will pretend they did not see it. Only a few will acknowledge and kindly let you know they will answer first thing the next day, and check if this is fine. It usually is. Usual practice: - Write out of hours. Most people will read it and still consider answering straight away. Especially junior professionals. If the boss is still working, maybe I should too? Good practice: - Use the email scheduling feature to delay sending an out-of-hour email to business hours the next morning. Honestly, does anybody do this? Best practice: - Write when you like. Add a disclaimer to all communication stating that you believe in flexible working, and although this timing works for you, you don't expect it to work for everybody. Become an absolute legend. #wellbeing #flexibleworking #legend #mentalhealthmatters #raisingawareness

The Importance of Work-Life Balance as a Restaurant Manager with over a decade of experience Balancing professional responsibilities with personal life is challenging, especially when managing a team of 20+ employees and having a family abroad. Here’s why it’s crucial for success: 1. **Stress Reduction**: Managing a large team in a fast-paced environment can be stressful. Prioritizing work-life balance helps alleviate this stress, leading to better mental health and overall well-being. 2. **Enhanced Productivity**: Adequate rest and personal time boost productivity and efficiency at work. When we respect work hours and family hours, we perform better and lead our teams more effectively. 3. **Family Connection**: With my family in Egypt and work in the UAE, maintaining a strong connection is essential. Regular communication and quality time with family, facilitated by a balanced work schedule, are vital for emotional support and personal happiness. 4. **Setting an Example**: Demonstrating work-life balance sets a positive example for our teams. Encouraging them to seek balance fosters a healthier, more motivated, and productive workplace. 5. **Personal Fulfillment**: Achieving professional goals while being an active part of family life ensures personal fulfillment. This balance contributes to overall satisfaction and happiness. 6. **Physical Health**: Respecting work and family hours ensures we get regular exercise, proper sleep, and personal time, maintaining our physical health and enabling us to perform our duties effectively. In essence, work-life balance is essential for managing stress, maintaining productivity, staying connected with family, setting a positive example, ensuring personal fulfillment, and preserving physical health.

Yes! More of this PLEASE‼️ My experience at a fintech startup was vastly different. The CEO there was extremely high-stress, often sending urgent Slack messages just minutes after an email. If there was no immediate response, a phone call would quickly follow. Environments like that are not sustainable. In contrast, this approach demonstrates true leadership. It also reflects a CEO who has earned the trust of their board members and is given the autonomy to achieve their goals. Unfortunately, the fintech CEO I worked with frequently failed to deliver, resulting in a lack of grace for any urgent tasks. I admire this company's approach and hope future CEOs take note. #leadership #trust #grace #fintech

As humans, it's important to remember that is exactly what we are HUMAN. We often wear many hats, some by choice most decided by the nature of the flow of life. Here the leader of said group has demonstrated appreciation and understanding of this and also displayed their own human tendency as an example. Not to follow but to remind themselves that they are addressing humans as a human themselves. Will AI be able to show such empathy and understanding if it were to be in a position of leadership?