We may desire taking time off from work and recognize the benefits. Yet, even if we are given more paid time off from work, we often don't take it.  What stops you from taking paid time off from work?

Culture & ValuesEmployee Engagement

Too much work, hard to find support to cover31%

Saving time for something better or unknown36%

Costs too much, don't have enough money31%

Feel guilty or ashamed27%

Discouraged by boss24%

Fear of being replaced or impacting career progression22%

Fear of missing out18%

Unable to fully disconnect17%

Too complicated to request time off7%

Taking time to make a good plan to spend time off7%

Creates more work for me later, not energizing7%

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