Why managers should maintain (and model) work-life balance

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It is easy to assume that the head of a health and well-being company must have his own work-life balance figured out. Speaking with Virgin Pulse CEO Chris Michalak, you’d be sure of it. But the road to successfully managing a leader’s responsibilities and self-care has been over 20 years in the making, paved with dedication, long hours, burnout and faith. 

“For some people, career really matters; for others, friends really matter,” the executive says. “You have to make decisions about your priorities relative to the outcomes you’re looking for.” 

Lee Hafner
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Lee joined the EBN team in 2022, and covers areas including caregiving, employee health and wellness, healthcare innovation, and company culture. She created EBN's popular Benefits in Action and … Read full bio


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