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Holiday 'phone-mo' | From CEO to newbie, it's a double-edged sword to always be available via your phone

From CEO to newbie, it's a double-edged sword to always be available via your phone
From CEO to newbie, it's a double-edged sword to always be available via your phone

Out of office – on! It’s a classic thing to do, a classic feeling, as well. You’re on holiday. You’re clocking off. But, in the ever-evolving landscape of the modern workforce, SMEs and the post-pandemic cost of living crisis, the traditional boundaries between work and downtime are becoming increasingly blurred.

Add in the ever-updated versions of tech and apps, and our egos, and it can easily become the case that you're on your device for most of your break.

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