Work life Balance comparison between USA and Norway

Work life balance

comparison between Norway and US

Working models

Working hours

Working time (in hours) comparison per year

Annual leaves

25

27

20

15

10

10

number of days per year

Flexible Working

Family support policies

Work related stress

Conclusion

• Employees well-being is the priority
• Flexible Working
• Reasonable working hours
• Generous paid vacations

• Efficiency is the priority

• Intense work culture
• Absenteeism
• Impact on employee well-being

In the USA, the working model is often characterized by long hours and a culture of overload, while in Norway, the emphasis is on quality of work and employee well-being.

In the United States, families face challenges with a lack of supportive policies, while in Norway, family support policies, including affordable childcare, contribute to a better balance.

In the United States, work-related stress has an impact on employees' mental health. In Norway, a holistic approach to workplace well-being minimizes these negative effects.

In the USA, workers often face long working weeks, contributing to overload and mental health challenges. In Norway, the approach is focused on quality of work, in particular productivity without compromising well-being.

In the United States, flexible working can be hampered by the challenges of remote working and rigid schedules. In Norway, flexible working policies encourage remote working, offering greater flexibility to employees.

In the USA, annual leave are often limited, and there is social pressure around vacations. In Norway, workers benefit from annual leave and paid parental leave, supporting work-life balance.

Work-life balance, defined as the harmonious management of professional and personal obligations, is essential to people's overall well-being. In this presentation, we will explore the most important differences between the US and Norwegian approaches to this balance.

In conclusion, the differences between the USA and Norway in terms of work-life balance underline the importance of a balanced approach to individual well-being and overall productivity.