--- title: myHR Partner On Disconnecting While on Vacation description: Client Services Director, Stephanie Reitz, sheds light on how Gen Z is reshaping workplace norms, and why expectations around time off and communication boundaries are evolving. image: https://myhrpartnerinc.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-04-16%20at%2010.15.07%20AM.png ---  myHR Partner named to *Inc.’s Best Workplaces 2025*! We're honored to be recognized for our people-first culture and commitment to workplace excellence. 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As Gen Z reshapes workplace norms, expectations around time off and communication boundaries are evolving. Stephanie shares her expert insight on the importance of clear policies, respectful team dynamics, and the role company culture plays in fostering a healthy work-life balance. Read the full article [here](https://www.newsweek.com/many-gen-zers-think-appropriate-contact-colleague-vacation-2039103).   ## Topics discussed - [Human Resources/HR](https://myhrpartnerinc.com/news/tag/human-resources-hr) - [Employee Relations](https://myhrpartnerinc.com/news/tag/employee-relations) #### ABOUT THE AUTHOR ![myHR Partner Team](https://myhrpartnerinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/social-suggested-images/media.licdn.comdmsimageD4E0BAQEgw4PyMaO8mwcompany-logo_200_20001719925492800myhr_partner_logo-2.jpeg?width=100&height=100&name=media.licdn.comdmsimageD4E0BAQEgw4PyMaO8mwcompany-logo_200_20001719925492800myhr_partner_logo-2.jpeg) ##### myHR Partner Team myHR Partner provides outsourced HR services for established small and mid-sized businesses throughout the United States. With more than 24 years of experience, our Client Services team delivers both strategic and hands-on HR support, tailored to each organization’s needs. 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