News & Views Young dads get why work/care policies matter, but not ahead of time Young dads are more aware than ever that family friendly workplaces matter. But unlike women, they’re failing to consider this ahead of time.
News & Views Struggling with the juggle? Majority of working parents report difficulties managing their health But working mothers report more stress and tension than working fathers, as this snapshot of 6000 working parents by Parents At Work finds.
News & Views The ethics of the 4 day work week. It’s not just about the hours There’s much to be said for the campaign to reduce weekly working hours or the 4 day work week. But the ethics are more complex than often assumed.
News & Views Notifications are spiking our stress levels Notifications on our smartphones are reducing our productivity and increasing our stress levels. What can we do about it?
News & Views Walking & cycling to work makes commuters happier and more productive Those who commute short distances or choose walking or cycling to work, are more likely to be happy commuters, which makes them more productive.
Partner Content How a corporate career helped Grace Goding secure ultimate flexibility How can large employers attract and retain young, female talent? What should they be looking to do differently to better support women?
News & Views I’ve worked part-time for more than a decade & I want more men to do it too My decision way back in 2007 to start working part-time surprised some people. But it’s one of the best decisions I ever made.
Jugglehood Will 2019 be the year angry mothers become a powerful force? One of the only culturally acceptable ways for a woman be angry — without being dismissed as hysterical, un-hinged — is when she does it “as a mother”.
News & Views The challenge of letting ‘busy’ go when work is tied to self worth For many, being ‘busy’ and working long hours are the arbitrary markers of success. It’s a difficult habit to break, especially if your work is tied to your self worth
News & Views Work life balance almost trumps pay for new grads, according to this research Work life balance involving flexible work arrangements is nearly as important as salary to new grads globally, according to this research.
News & Views Research confirms working mums are ‘up to 40% more stressed’ A study of 11 indicators of chronic stress in 6025 women shows that full time working mums are up to 40% more stressed than others.
News & Views Why starting school is when the juggle can become a big struggle If managing the load isn’t shared between parents & if employers and workplaces aren’t accommodating, starting school can be too much.