There’s nothing better than a great night’s sleep – that feeling of waking up rested, refreshed, and ready for the day ahead. Perhaps unsurprisingly, sleep doesn’t just feel good, it is good. As countless studies have now shown, switching off every night is one of the best things you can do for your health.
From keeping your immune system strong to preventing inflammation and strengthening the heart, quality sleep comes with tons of physical health benefits. On top of this, rest is vital for mental health too. Indeed, the right amount of sleep can reduce stress, improve your mood, aid learning, boost memory, and help with concentration. Basically, when it comes to health, a good night’s sleep is essential.
The Power of Zzz: Why Sleep Matters for Business Travel
Sleep well, work well
Considering all this, it’s no wonder good sleep and good work go hand in hand. At work, we need to be our best selves. We need to problem solve, focus, get creative, and manage relationships. When you’re well-rested, all this feels achievable. When you’re tired, it feels challenging.
According to numerous studies, well-rested employees are sick less, make fewer workplace mistakes, and are more productive too. And it turns out every hour matters: an employee that sleeps less than 6 hours a night loses 6 working days a year more than a well-rested employee.
Sleep on the go
It’s important to not overlook the importance of sleep on work trips. After all, sleep is an essential part of workplace wellbeing, and business travel is back. Whether it’s travelling for a client meeting, site visit, or conference, UK employees are once again on the move – with a whopping 82% of organisations agreeing that business travel plays a key role in driving revenue, profitability, and growth.
In fact, sleep can be especially important on work trips. Going from A to B (without enough Zzzs) can take it out of you, and as a business traveller, you’ll often have people to see and places to be. Indeed, you might find yourself on the go all-day long.
After a long day at work, you’ll want to relax straight away. Ideally, the hotel room will be a space where you can finally catch your breath, collect your thoughts, and relax in comfort.
Sleep is our thing
For employees to work well, they must first sleep well. This is true if employees are working from home, the office, on site, or on a work trip.
Premier Inn is continually investing in sleep, so getting a good night’s sleep is easy. In fact, business travellers can depend on us after a hard day’s work.
Our rooms are designed with sleep in mind. With expertly crafted mattresses that are supportive and comfortable, breathable duvets that can help you maintain the right sleep temperature, and new Baylis & Harding toiletries, we have everything business travellers need to unwind.
Better night. Better day. Business is better all round when you know you can rest easy.
September 2023