Work-life balance
In Helsinki, we know there is more to life than work.
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Helsinki has the world’s best work-life balance
The Work-Life Balance Index is an international comparison of cities that offer rewarding work in balance with rejuvenating downtime. In a 2021 comparison of over forty capital cities, Helsinki was ranked number one.