Can a career break enhance your business performance?
17 May 2011
Lane4's Dominic Mahony and Greg Searle talk to Edge magazine about the benefits and business challenges of a career break.
Time out from work - whether it's persuing a passion, travelling or learning new skills, can enhance your prospects as an employee - and give you new found enthusiasm for your job.
Career breaks undoubtedly create extra work for managers. "Employers are increasingly having to find creative solutions to accomodate them. But if you're up for the challenge, the rewards are huge" says Dominic Mahony. "The potential gains in the form of enhanced performance, discretionary effort, long-term commitment and loyalty are huge, and can bring a rich source of learning into the organisation."
Download the full article from Edge magazine, below.
2011-05-17