4 Ways Taking a Vacation Will Make You More Productive

You’re not going to get more done by working through your vacation, says Inc.com columnist Jon Levy. Here’s how taking time off will ultimately benefit your business

1 — IT’S LESS FAMILIAR

Research has shown that breaking your routine makes your brain push you to explore, increasing your creativity.

2 — FRESH AIR DOES YOU GOOD

Time spent in nature can help performance and focus, a University of Michigan study found.

3 — IT RESTORES YOU

Lack of sleep negatively affects your alertness, cognitive processes, and decision making. Rest up so you can return to work refreshed.

4 — YOU’LL GAIN NEW PERSPECTIVE

By exposing yourself to new cultures, you broaden your worldview and become more valuable to your team.