Last updated on Jul 12, 2024

Here's how you can achieve work-life balance in late career while making a social impact.

As you approach the later stages of your career, finding a balance between work and life while also contributing to society can seem daunting. However, with the right strategies, you can maintain a fulfilling professional life, enjoy personal time, and make a meaningful social impact. This balance is crucial not only for your well-being but also for sustaining your ability to contribute positively to the world around you. The key lies in prioritizing, setting boundaries, and finding synergies between your career goals and social objectives.

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1 Prioritize Goals

In your late career, it's essential to identify what truly matters to you. Prioritizing your goals involves a deep reflection on your career achievements and personal aspirations. Determine the social issues you are passionate about and how you can integrate them into your work. This might mean shifting your professional focus to roles that align with your values or dedicating a portion of your time to volunteer work. By doing so, you create a more purpose-driven career path that supports your work-life balance and amplifies your social impact.

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Sophie Tarhan

Gestion des Ressources Humaines et Formation | 15+ ans d'expérience | Spécialisée en Développement des Talents et Optimisation Organisationnelle | autonomisation | ingénieure de formation
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Il est important de considérer que pour qu’un employé puisse mettre son cœur au travail, il faut d'abord qu'il se sente suffisamment libre pour exprimer sa créativité.

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2 Set Boundaries

Achieving work-life balance requires setting clear boundaries. This means being firm about your working hours and ensuring you have time reserved for personal activities and rest. Communicate these boundaries to colleagues and superiors to manage expectations. Additionally, leverage technology to automate tasks or delegate responsibilities that can free up your time. Remember, saying 'no' to excessive demands on your time is not only acceptable but necessary to maintain balance and prevent burnout.

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3 Embrace Flexibility

Flexibility in your work schedule can be a game-changer. Consider negotiating with your employer for flexible hours or the ability to work from home on certain days. This can reduce stress and commute time, giving you more hours in the day for personal pursuits or social impact activities. Flexibility also allows you to attend events or volunteer during hours that might otherwise be spent in the office, thus enhancing your ability to make a difference.

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Sophie Tarhan

Gestion des Ressources Humaines et Formation | 15+ ans d'expérience | Spécialisée en Développement des Talents et Optimisation Organisationnelle | autonomisation | ingénieure de formation
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Créer un environnement où les collaborateurs ne se sentent pas oppressés, mais plutôt valorisés et soutenus, permet non seulement de stimuler leur engagement, mais aussi de favoriser leur productivité. Les entreprises qui adoptent des politiques flexibles, telles que des congés illimités, ont démontré que les collaborateurs peuvent s'autoréguler et maintenir un haut niveau de performance sans compromettre leurs responsabilités professionnelles

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4 Leverage Experience

Your wealth of experience is invaluable in making a social impact. Mentorship is one avenue where your expertise can benefit others significantly. By mentoring younger colleagues or individuals in your community, you not only pass on your knowledge but also gain a sense of fulfillment. This can be done within the framework of your current job or as an extracurricular activity, contributing to your sense of work-life balance by intertwining personal satisfaction with professional responsibilities.

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Sophie Tarhan

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Un cadre de travail ouvert et inclusif encourage les employés à s’investir pleinement, à innover et à se distinguer vis-à-vis de la concurrence. En sentant que leur bien-être personnel est pris en compte, les collaborateurs sont plus motivés et loyaux, ce qui se traduit par une productivité accrue et une meilleure rétention des talents.

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5 Collaborate Effectively

Collaboration can amplify your efforts to make a social impact while maintaining balance. Seek out partnerships with like-minded individuals or organizations. This could mean joining a board, participating in community projects, or leading initiatives within your company that focus on corporate social responsibility (CSR). Collaborative efforts often yield greater results and can distribute the workload, making it easier to manage alongside your personal life.

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6 Reflect Regularly

Finally, regular reflection is vital to ensure you're on the right track. Take time periodically to assess whether your actions align with your desired work-life balance and social impact goals. Adjust your strategies as needed, and don't be afraid to explore new opportunities that may arise. Reflection allows you to stay focused on what's important, celebrate successes, and learn from experiences.

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Sophie Tarhan

Gestion des Ressources Humaines et Formation | 15+ ans d'expérience | Spécialisée en Développement des Talents et Optimisation Organisationnelle | autonomisation | ingénieure de formation
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Mettre l’accent sur l’intégration harmonieuse entre vie professionnelle et vie privée ne signifie pas nécessairement sacrifier les engagements professionnels. Au contraire, cela permet de créer une synergie où les employés se sentent suffisamment équilibrés et soutenus pour donner le meilleur d’eux-mêmes. Lorsqu’un collaborateur trouve une véritable satisfaction dans son travail tout en ayant une vie personnelle épanouie, il est plus enclin à s’investir et à contribuer positivement aux objectifs de l’entreprise.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Favoriser un équilibre sain et inclusif entre vie professionnelle et vie privée n’entrave pas la croissance, mais la catalyse en permettant aux employés de s’épanouir pleinement. En mettant votre cœur dans votre travail tout en respectant votre bien-être, vous posez les bases d’une culture d’entreprise résiliente et innovante.

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Here's how you can achieve work-life balance in late career while making a social impact.

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1 Prioritize Goals

2 Set Boundaries

3 Embrace Flexibility

4 Leverage Experience

5 Collaborate Effectively

6 Reflect Regularly

7 Here’s what else to consider

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1 Prioritize Goals

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3 Embrace Flexibility

4 Leverage Experience

5 Collaborate Effectively

6 Reflect Regularly

7 Here’s what else to consider

Social Impact

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