Summary
Many American workers are not using their paid vacation days due to workplace pressures and anxieties about job security. A survey by FlexJobs found that 23% of workers did not take any vacation in the past year, and many fear falling behind or jeopardizing their job status. Experts connect this trend to high workloads, economic concerns, and cultural attitudes towards work.
Key Facts
- 23% of U.S. workers did not take any vacation days in the past year, according to a survey by FlexJobs.
- 40% of workers took only between one to 10 days off during the year.
- Main reasons for not taking time off include heavy workloads, fear of falling behind, and pressure to show commitment.
- Economic factors like job insecurity and mass layoffs contribute to this trend.
- The survey included responses from 3,063 U.S. employees in August 2023.
- Cultural beliefs about commitment to work influence some employees to avoid taking vacations.
- Experts warn that not taking vacation could lead to negative health impacts.
