Summer Tips

How TPA Colleagues Spend Their Leisure Time

In today’s hectic times, when the pace of life is constantly accelerating, it is increasingly important to find a work-life balance. Our colleagues are becoming increasingly aware of the need for rest and regeneration outside the work environment. So how do they spend their free time recharging their batteries and improving their overall well-being?

Active Relaxation: Sport and Movement

Many of our colleagues choose sport and physical activity as their main form of relaxation. Jogging, cycling, yoga and going to the gym are all ways of relieving everyday stress. Many ride their bikes or walk to work while listening to podcasts or good music without realising that they are not only improving their health, but also helping the environment and reducing CO2. We at TPA also pay heed to ESG. Sports activities help to improve our physical condition as well as relax the mind and relieve accumulated stress. What are the most popular sports at TPA? Running – we have a successful runner among us who brings home one medal after another from various events, but there’s also cycling, fitness, hiking, various forms of aerobics, Tabata and, of course, badminton. The TPA badminton tournament is held every year together with our Czech colleagues, and the performances of auditors and tax specialists have to be seen to be believed! Our value is teamwork.

Cultural Experiences: Art and Culture

Visiting theatres, cinemas, galleries and concerts is another popular activity that our colleagues use to enrich their leisure time. These activities offer an escape into a world of imagination, inspiration and creative thinking. Cultural experiences not only broaden horizons but also provide important emotional support and relaxation. At TPA, we cultivate culture both actively and passively. Actively by playing the piano, the guitar, dancing at the Year-Evaluation or the Christmas party. Passively, we enjoy the art of acting in our theatres, at cultural events or at the cinema. And what’s great, you can read reviews in the kitchen over your morning coffee and immediately have an overview of what’s worth seeing.

Volunteering: Community Activities

Volunteering and community work offer a unique opportunity to spend your free time in a meaningful way, to fill your life with new experiences and to contribute to a better world at the same time. This activity not only enriches those who are helped, but also brings deep satisfaction and a sense of belonging to those who engage in it. At TPA, we also have the needy in mind, which is why we donate a portion of our professional activities on a Pro Bono basis to non-profit organizations. Our value is humanity.

Travelling: Discovering New Places

Travelling is one of the most attractive ways to spend your free time. Whether it’s weekend trips, longer holidays or day trips, exploring new places and cultures gives employees a sense of adventure and freedom. Travel helps to disconnect from routine, gain new experiences and return to work with renewed energy and inspiration. TPA also offers its employees the possibility of a sabbatical, which can also be used for travelling, exploring or gaining new experiences.

Family and Friends: Shared Moments

Spending time with family and friends is an indispensable part of many people’s leisure time. Dinners together, picnics, family outings or just quiet evenings at home strengthen interpersonal relationships and provide important emotional support. Quality time spent with loved ones helps build strong and healthy relationships that are the foundation for a happy life. We have a lot of children at TPA and, what’s great, they are growing up. We take a proper interest in them and prepare interesting events such as the popular St. Nicholas party.

Personal Development: Courses and Hobbies

Employees are increasingly attending courses and workshops to learn something new or develop their hobbies. Language courses, cooking classes, painting classes or playing a musical instrument are great ways to spend your free time in a meaningful way. At TPA we have creative souls, excellent cooks and bakers. There’s nothing better than a Monday morning in the office with a homemade cake from a colleague. Personal development and learning new skills brings a sense of satisfaction and self-fulfilment. Whether it’s upskilling or learning new skills that may seemingly be unrelated to the job, at TPA we recognise that our most important asset is our people, our employees. That’s why we welcome interest in personal development. Our value is professionalism.

Digital Detox: Escaping Technology

In an era when we’re constantly connected to the internet and mobile devices, more and more people are choosing to undergo a digital detox. Turning off your phone, avoiding social media and spending time in a natural environment or with a book are great ways to take a break from the constant barrage of information and to focus on the present moment. Not only will our eyes thank us, but we will also gain some perspective.

Wellness: Meditation

Meditation, the ancient practice of calming the mind and focusing, offers an effective way to achieve a deep sense of relaxation and harmony. More and more people are discovering the benefits of meditation, which not only helps to reduce stress and anxiety but also promotes overall mental and physical health. Our colleagues meditate either as part of their yoga sessions or on our great terrace, which offers fantastic views. It’s okay to close your eyes for a while even while working on your PC, especially if you are looking at a spreadsheet with row upon row of figures. Our auditors and accountants know this all too well.

Our Menagerie: We Love Animals

Animals play a much bigger role in our lives than we often realise. Whether it’s dogs, cats or other pets, our loyal friends bring us joy, companionship and often new ways to spend our free time. Caring for animals and doing activities together can not only be fun, but also very beneficial to our physical and mental health. The TPA menagerie is primarily made up of dogs, cats, hamsters, and pseudo-monkeys, but you will also find horse lovers, fish lovers, snake lovers, and spider lovers among us. Brr.

Gardening and Nature: Contact with Nature

Gardening and spending time in nature are increasingly popular ways to relax. Working in the garden, caring for plants or walking in the woods helps to relax the mind and restore a sense of calm. Contact with nature has a positive effect on the psyche and brings a sense of harmony and balance. We always enjoy the fruits of gardening in the kitchen. It has become a tradition at TPA that we spend time together teambuilding activities in nature. This is no accident. It is the balance between the office and nature that brings new insights, hidden talents, and undiscovered emotions. The color green is said to be calming. TPA’s corporate colour is green. Coincidence?

Leisure time is crucial for employees who wish to maintain a healthy lifestyle and overall well-being. Whatever form of relaxation our colleagues choose, it’s important that they find time for activities that are fulfilling and help them recharge their batteries. A balance between work and leisure is the foundation of a happy and successful life. At TPA, we know this, and that’s why for us work-life balance is not just an empty phrase on a bulletin board.