* The Fourth of July holiday is expected to be the busiest ever with 70.9 million people traveling, according to AAA reports.
* However, a significant number of Gen Z and millennial workers are not asking for time off due to feelings of pressure to be constantly available and productive. This trend of “quiet vacationing” is expected to continue this year.
* According to a new Harris Poll, more than half of Gen Z and millennial workers “barely get any work done” during the July Fourth holiday week.
* This trend is seen as a ‘red flag’ of a bad workplace culture, as it suggests employees might not feel comfortable or supported in taking time off.
* A majority of Gen Z and millennial employees say having the entire week off would make them more productive, inspired to put more effort into their work, and take on more responsibility.
* July 4 falling on a Thursday this year could compound the existing productivity lull that happens around the federal holiday, with more than half of Gen Zers and millennials saying they don’t get much work done during this time.
* To beat the summer slump at work, employers can boost productivity by re-assessing their PTO policies during popular vacation months like July. This can include offering company-wide shutdowns, mandating a certain amount of time off, or giving employees floating holidays to use throughout the year.
* Managers should also lead by example, outlining clear expectations for requesting time off, normalizing PTO, and supporting their employees when they request a vacation. This can help to create a supportive PTO culture that boosts productivity and employee engagement.
* Creating a supportive PTO culture can lead to employees being more likely to be productive, engaged, and loyal, lasting long after summer vacation ends.
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Gen Zers and millennials are 'quiet vacationing' during 4th of July week instead of taking PTO
