Originally Posted by
runarut
Where I work, a number of staycationers have trapped themselves in workation activities. I often observe coworkers participating (from home) on multiple long conference calls while they are taking vacation days. They are also constantly on the in-house IM system and answering emails. All day long.
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One way I cope with the peer pressure to be available on vacation days is to travel to locations where communication is not practical.
Ewwwww....I think consultants call that a "culture of sacrifice" in the workplace. Can't say I blame you a bit. Sounds like a real Burnout Factory.