How Well Are You Balancing Work and Family?
 Some people compare their busy lives to a giant jigsaw puzzle. The whole picture is complete when all the parts fit smoothly together. How well do the pieces of your life fit together? This quiz will help you assess whether you need to fine-tune your work-family balancing skills.
AT HOME
___ Yes ___ No Is your family satisfied with the amount of time you spend with them each week?
___ Yes ___ No Does your family have regular meetings to discuss chores, errands and other family topics?
___ Yes ___ No Do you communicate your expectations about household responsibilities in a positive way?
___ Yes ___ No Do you plan and prepare meals in advance?
AT WORK
___ Yes ___ No Do you have long-term career goals?
___ Yes ___ No Do you understand and agree with your employer's expectations of you?
___ Yes ___ No Is the number of hours you spend at work sufficient to complete your job?
___ Yes ___ No Is your income sufficient to support you and your family?
LEISURE TIME
___ Yes ___ No Do you follow a regular exercise program?
___ Yes ___ No Have you taken a vacation in the last year?
___ Yes ___ No Do you take time to develop your personal interests, such as gardening, crafts and education?
___ Yes ___ No Do you feel comfortable taking time for yourself, without your spouse or children?
RESULTS
If you answered "no" to more than three of these questions, you may need to fine-tune your balancing act. Take some time to organize your home life and set long-term goals at work.
Source: Parlay International ©2009
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