Emily Chang

Nearly all women and men are in pursuit of the elusive work-life balance, yet it is still expected at many jobs for employees to take meals at their desks, be connected to devices after hours, and respond to messages late into the night. Even with employers offering money, stock options, and perks like onsite gyms, yoga, or catered meals, the bottom line is that too many companies expect employees to choose their work-life over their personal life. But such an imbalance leads to burn out, unnecessary stress, and as research has shown, an eventual decline in productivity. Why does this lifestyle persist, especially in the tech sector, where companies pride themselves in groundbreaking solutions? How can employers and employees reevaluate their strategy and begin to work smarter not harder? The mother of three young boys, the host and executive producer of a daily television show and a best-selling author, Emily Chang is living the work-life balance – at least, the version that works best for her life. Drawing from research and from her own life experiences, Chang delivers the lessons she’s learned and the mistakes she’s made while aiming for this delicate balance. Whether running a global company, a small business, or working somewhere in between, the overriding message is the same: a happy, balanced employee is better for the bottom-line.