How good leaders show, not tell

The disconnect between time-off practice and policy can be remedied through conscious actions.

Summer is here, bringing with it the desire to take a break from the daily grind—to take a real vacation. Yet for many employees, a refreshing summer getaway seems as elusive as a dream. Even employees who are working for organizations with generous time-off policies struggle to carve out genuine rest and self-care opportunities. This disconnect between policy and practice speaks volumes about workplace culture and leadership’s role in promoting a healthy work-life balance.