What price do you put on a work-life balance?

Some companies are beginning to consider flexible work arrangements for their employees, however, this can often be hard to negotiate and can limit consideration for progression and promotion further down the track.

Unfortunately, a lack of work-life balance can also affect your lifestyle and family. Child development that is effected by their parents work are mostly based on the parents work hours, the quality of their job, and their ability to juggle work and family demands.

The balance between work and family time can then flow through into how parents interact with kids and also have a negative impact on their social and emotional well-being.

In addition, the increase in work outside of normal business hours is associated with increased stress, decreased coping skills and greater anxiety for both men and women.

Most people are employees before they become parents (about 80% of women and 95% of men), so the need for work-life balance is often in reference to transitioning to parenthood or early school years.

However, it doesn’t need to be a massive task to work and spend time with your family. Having a family shouldn’t have to be a juggling act with your employer.

If choosing your own hours and spending more time with your kids is a priority for you, it may be worth finding a career that supports this goal. Making this transition shouldn’t need to be a battle with your boss.

Fortunately, there are other options available. Considering a career that allows you to work from home and choose your own hours means that you could fit work around your family commitments without having to negotiate terms and work conditions.

Choosing a career as a Medical Transcriptionist means that you can work your own hours from the comfort of your home, allowing you to prioritise family commitments. TalentMed’s Diploma of Healthcare Documentation prepares you for a career as a qualified Medical Transcriptionist in as little as six months. If you would like more information on TalentMed’s Diploma of Healthcare Documentation, and the career opportunities in Medical Transcription, please contact our Career Advisers on 1300 737 781 or email ask@talentmed.edu.au