
Your team can see previous files and discussions posted before you left and can move projects forward in your absence. Slack’s real-time transparency means that work can continue without you-key discussions and decisions take place in open, organized channels instead of being hidden in your email. Rest easy when planning to go off the grid

Here are a few ways Slack works for you when you’re not working. It’s important to take an extended break every once in a while, and Slack has a lot of benefits and features built into it to make your escapes from your duties as smooth as possible for you and your teammates.

It’s natural to ask yourself: What will happen at work while I’m gone, and how will I ever catch up when I get back? Study after study shows that breaks-and personal time off in particular-increase productivity and creativity, and leads to healthier, happier and more successful employees.īut there’s a real fear about unplugging, and leaving your team and projects behind, and anxiety about whether you’ll be able to return later with minimal disruption.

In fact, occasionally stepping away can prolong your career and prevent burnout. In stressful times, taking time for ourselves is no sign of weakness.
