Updated 2 years ago

Having downtime at work is OK

By Kacie Yamamoto, Editor at LinkedIn News

Updated 2 years ago

In the remote work era, workday downtime has become increasingly prominent. However, should you feel guilty for having a lot of it if you’re still fulfilling your responsibilities? Not necessarily, workplace advice columnist Alison Green says, as some people just work faster. Perhaps it's this “downtime” that makes some even more efficient, and filling their workday with busywork could negatively impact their workflow. If you’re able to get your necessary work done well, Green says, the amount of time you spend isn’t an indicator of your productivity.

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