A study of 2,000 employees found many people take time off work for admin tasks – and they’re not happy about it
A recent survey reveals that six out of 10 Brits would appreciate ‘Life Admin Days’ being offered by businesses as an addition to their usual holiday entitlement.
The study found that employees squander four days of their annual leave each year on mundane life admin tasks. Many take time off work just to settle bills, perform household repairs, or take their car to the garage.
Unsurprisingly, 40% of the 2,000 employees surveyed expressed frustration with having to use their valuable time off for unwanted life admin. A quarter agreed that three extra days should be added each year to help manage everyday tasks.
The research was commissioned by easyJet Holidays to promote its ‘Life Admin Concierge’ a limited-edition package holiday offering an exclusive PA service, enabling customers to delegate tedious tasks.
Vicky Silverthorn, a leading professional home organiser and author, has partnered with easyJet Holidays for the campaign. She believes that the burden of life admin can impact wellness.
“Modern life is stressful and holidays are essential to restoring balance. The mental load of routine chores and admin can detract from the restorative benefits of taking a proper break.”
The study also discovered that 42% of respondents feel the stress of life admin has increased over the past three years.
The nation is yearning for more opportunities to truly relax, with a staggering 36% unable to recall the last time they could fully unwind during their annual leave.
A significant four out of 10 individuals admitted that they find it challenging to relax on holiday due to the amount of tasks awaiting them at home.
“To fully experience the rejuvenation that vacations offer, it’s essential to plan ahead and disconnect from routine responsibilities,” Vicky advised. “By reducing the burden, we create mental space for a more restorative and revitalising holiday experience.”
Paul Bixby, chief commercial officer at easyJet Holidays, expressed: “We believe that everyone deserves a brilliant holiday, free of the stresses of life admin at home.”
“Our concierge offering is designed to make that vision a reality, so customers can relax and unwind in one of Europe’s most loved destinations, knowing their admin tasks are taken care of.”
TOP 10 LIFE ADMIN TASKS THAT HINDER HOLIDAY TIME
- Bills
- Household repairs
- Managing emails
- Scheduling appointments
- Budgeting/financial appointments
- Arranging household maintenance
- Pet care
- Shopping for household essentials
- Doctors’ appointments
- Decorating/ DIY tasks