Work-life balance

SJM & Associates Consulting Services: Work-Life Balance Pledge

At SJM & Associates, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset. We also understand that our employees are whole people with lives and commitments outside of work. As the pioneers of groundbreaking culture certifications like PTOAFFIRM, BONUSAFFIRM, FAIRAFFIRM WORKSPACE AFFIRM, ACTIVE MENTORSHIP CERTIFIED, and ACTIVE MENTAL WELLNESS CERTIFICATION, we are committed to leading by example and fostering a healthy work-life balance for all our team members.

Our Pledge

We, the leadership and employees of SJM & Associates, pledge to:

• Prioritize well-being: Encourage and support employees in prioritizing their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. This includes promoting healthy habits, stress management techniques, and access to mental health resources.

• Respect boundaries: Respect the boundaries between work and personal life. We encourage employees to disconnect from work outside of working hours and avoid contacting them during their personal time.

• Offer flexible work arrangements: Provide flexible work arrangements whenever possible, including remote work options, flexible schedules, and compressed workweeks.

• Promote reasonable workloads: Strive to assign reasonable workloads and avoid overloading employees. We encourage open communication about workload concerns and provide support to manage work effectively.

• Encourage time off: Encourage employees to utilize their vacation time and other paid time off benefits to rest, recharge, and pursue personal interests.

• Lead by example: Our leadership team is committed to modeling healthy work-life balance practices and setting a positive example for all employees.

• Foster a supportive culture: Cultivate a workplace culture that values work-life balance and supports employees in achieving it. This includes open communication, mutual respect, and a focus on employee well-being.

Our Commitment

We believe that a healthy work-life balance leads to increased employee engagement, productivity, and overall well-being. By upholding this pledge, we aim to create a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive both personally and professionally.

Join Us: We invite all our employees to join us in upholding this pledge and creating a workplace where work-life balance is not just a concept, but a reality.