Americans Taking Less Vacation Days Because of Fear & Pride

Also feel there's work to be done

Americans are using two fewer vacation days than last year, according to a new survey. On top of that, they also have two fewer to begin with, 12 down from 14. Respondents cited "fear of being replaced" and "too much work" as the reasons they return from traveling so soon. The survey was conducted among 8,687 employed adults 16 and over worldwide. Career expert Nicole Williams said that with "high unemployment people are afraid of taking that time off." She added, in America, there's a "sense of bravado around not taking vacation," meaning people often brag about how long they've gone without it, taking pride in how much they've been able to punish themselves. However, "vacation isn't a luxury," said Williams; it allows you to "replenish, get more creative, and more able to produce." In fact, in the long run, it's better for your employer, and your career. (Today)

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