Indian woman shares how Netherlands work culture transformed her life
In a video recorded during her work day, an Indian woman spoke about the emphasis on work-life balance in the Netherlands and said it fundamentally changed her as a person.
An Indian woman working in the Netherlands has shared how the country’s work culture transformed her perspective on professional and personal life.
In a video recorded during her work day, Aditi spoke about the emphasis on work-life balance in the Netherlands and said it fundamentally changed her as a person.
“I have not worked in any other country. So, this is my only baseline,” Aditi said, explaining that people in the Netherlands are highly focused during work hours while also maintaining clear boundaries between work and personal life.
“People are very serious about work,” she said, adding: “When we are working during the day, we are actually only working. We are focused, punctual and we are actually present in our work.”
She explained that once the workday ends, most people completely disconnect from their jobs and prioritise their personal lives instead.
“When it’s time to chill and let go of work, our life component starts and we forget everything about work as well,” Aditi said.
Aditi also said that the work culture in Netherlands has allowed her to spend more time with loved ones and focus on her well-being.
“Every day, I can disconnect from work and spend time with my loved ones, friends and focus on my health and my well-being and actually chill,” she said.
Watch the video here:
Known for placing strong emphasis on employee well-being, the Netherlands is often cited among countries with a healthy work-life balance culture.
Flexible working hours, shorter workweeks and clear boundaries between professional and personal life are widely regarded as key aspects of the Dutch workplace.
An Indian woman working in the Netherlands has shared how the country’s work culture transformed her perspective on professional and personal life.
In a video recorded during her work day, Aditi spoke about the emphasis on work-life balance in the Netherlands and said it fundamentally changed her as a person.
“I have not worked in any other country. So, this is my only baseline,” Aditi said, explaining that people in the Netherlands are highly focused during work hours while also maintaining clear boundaries between work and personal life.
“People are very serious about work,” she said, adding: “When we are working during the day, we are actually only working. We are focused, punctual and we are actually present in our work.”
She explained that once the workday ends, most people completely disconnect from their jobs and prioritise their personal lives instead.
“When it’s time to chill and let go of work, our life component starts and we forget everything about work as well,” Aditi said.
Aditi also said that the work culture in Netherlands has allowed her to spend more time with loved ones and focus on her well-being.
“Every day, I can disconnect from work and spend time with my loved ones, friends and focus on my health and my well-being and actually chill,” she said.
Watch the video here:
Known for placing strong emphasis on employee well-being, the Netherlands is often cited among countries with a healthy work-life balance culture.
Flexible working hours, shorter workweeks and clear boundaries between professional and personal life are widely regarded as key aspects of the Dutch workplace.
