4 professionals share why workplace flexibility is so important
Employee Benefit News
AUGUST 6, 2024
Caring for loved ones and time for professional growth are just some of the reasons employees appreciate a flexible work life.
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Employee Benefit News
AUGUST 6, 2024
Caring for loved ones and time for professional growth are just some of the reasons employees appreciate a flexible work life.
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Wellable
DECEMBER 4, 2023
A recent study finds that workplace flexibility can lower heart disease risk. Learn how tailored work arrangements contribute to a healthy, productive workplace. The post Study: Workplace Flexibility Lowers Risk Of Heart Disease appeared first on Wellable.
Vantage Circle
DECEMBER 18, 2020
Then Implementing workplace flexibility will definitely help you. It's indeed desirable to step back from a conventional 9-to-5 workplace system in today's work environment. It's time to shift towards a new workplace model that enhances employee happiness and productivity. Definition Of Workplace Flexibility.
HR Digest
MARCH 30, 2022
Workplace flexibility is the ability to adapt quickly to new circumstances in the workplace. This kind of flexibility is important for both employers and employees, and it represents a true asset in modern business. The post What is Workplace Flexibility? appeared first on The HR Digest.
Winston Benefits
AUGUST 30, 2016
Flexible work schedules in particular are gaining popularity, and any company that is interested in offering top-notch benefits should consider a workplace flexibility program. Here’s what you need to know about offering workplace flexibility.
Flimp Communications
OCTOBER 18, 2024
As the data accumulates about remote work and flexible scheduling, it’s also becoming more and more apparent that allowing employees to control where, when, and how they work can help them live healthier, more balanced lives. Workplace flexibility is an essential and (in many cases) affordable way to support employee wellness.
PeopleStrategy
JUNE 21, 2021
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, companies across the country have accelerated their understanding of what it means to have workplace flexibility and how it impacts the futures of their employees.
BetterUp
OCTOBER 11, 2022
shows that 81% are changing their policies to offer greater workplace flexibility. A LinkedIn study of C-level executives in the U.S. and the U.K.
Asure Software
JUNE 30, 2014
White House Looks to Push Forward With Workplace Flexibility Previously on this blog we talked about new legislation in the UK focused on the expansion of flexible work rights of employees in the country. The post Presidential Memorandum on Workplace Flexibility appeared first on Asure Software.
HR Digest
MAY 10, 2022
Workplace flexibility will play a major role in attracting, hiring, and retaining top talent. In an HBR study that covered over 5,000 knowledge workers, 77% said that they would prefer a workplace which offers flexibility over a fancy corporate headquarters. It is a win-win situation for employer and employee.
Hppy
FEBRUARY 10, 2023
The role of HR in promoting workplace flexibility is becoming increasingly important in today’s rapidly changing business landscape. HR planning is a critical aspect of this process, as it helps organizations proactively address their HR needs and ensure that flexible work arrangements align with their goals and objectives.
Insperity
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Workplace flexibility A decade ago, flexible work arrangements were a perk offered by forward-thinking companies. 6 key areas to focus on for today’s employee experience Let’s explore the evolving landscape of employee experience and the factors that require fresh consideration today. Now, they’re becoming the norm.
HR Lineup
MAY 10, 2024
The contemporary workforce is influenced by various trends, including: The Rise of Remote Work: The widespread adoption of remote work has reshaped traditional notions of workplace flexibility and work-life balance.
Hppy
JUNE 17, 2016
Read more -> Experts Say Workplace Flexibility Should Be Strategy, Not a Perk. Some 85 percent of employers allow telecommuting on an ad hoc basis, 82 percent allow flexible scheduling and 82 percent allow workers to work part time. .” Professor Sir Cary Cooper of Manchester Business School.
Achievers
NOVEMBER 16, 2017
With half of the modern workforce holding a job with some workplace flexibility, this initiative might be one to keep year-round. If your company’s tasks cannot be handled remotely, you can win huge points by encouraging employees to bring their children to work.
Vantage Circle
MARCH 26, 2025
Recognition, development opportunities, and workplace flexibility contribute significantly to job satisfaction. To understand this better, we have to first look at the - The Link Between Intangible Rewards and Employee Satisfaction When employees feel valued and appreciated, they consistently demonstrate higher engagement.
Workplace Insight
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
A new poll claims that nearly 50 percent of respondents would reject a substantial 15 percent pay increase if it meant forfeiting workplace flexibility, even in a challenging financial climate.
HR Lineup
JUNE 10, 2024
In today’s evolving workplace, flexibility and work-life balance have become paramount for both employers and employees. Among various flexible working arrangements, the 9/80 schedule stands out for its innovative approach to balancing productivity with personal time.
Insperity
AUGUST 6, 2024
Employee retention Employee retention is all about those workplace attributes that convince team members to stay for a long time.
Money Talk
AUGUST 18, 2022
Flexible Hours - According to a recent study, 95% of workers want flexible work hours ; even more so than they want remote work locations. More employers are increasing workplace flexibility in an effort to recruit and retain workers.
International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
JUNE 27, 2023
In the past several years, employers have taken a fresh look at enhancing workplace flexibility and work-life balance. A four-day workweek is not a new concept as employers have been using alternative work schedules in various ways for decades. Three Takeaways appeared first on Word on Benefits.
Wellable
JUNE 30, 2021
To help organizations make this decision, Wellable has reported on a variety of data points over the past few months, like the opinions of influential CEOs about the long-term viability (or lack thereof) of fully remote workplaces and relevant statistics (e.g.,
Employee Benefits
JULY 15, 2024
Almost half (45%) of those that made changes or are planning changes to compensation programmes, or workplace flexibility, have undertaken a full compensation review of all employees, while 42% raised starting salary ranges and 41% reviewed compensation for specific groups.
Workplace Insight
AUGUST 26, 2024
The survey, titled “ Navigating the Future of Work: Global Perspectives on Hybrid Models and Technology [registration] sets out to explore the evolving nature of work, focusing on global trends in workplace flexibility, employee preferences, and the growing role of generative AI.
Darwinbox
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
First proposed by the Emirati government in November 2021, the new labor law in the UAE aims to improve workplace flexibility, combat workplace discrimination, and promote employee safety and efficiency. The much-anticipated Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 on Regulation of Labor Relations applies to the private sector in the UAE.
HR Digest
OCTOBER 25, 2020
As technology replaced the physical workplace environment making it a virtual one, it can be used as a differentiator in making workplaces flexible. Also, organizations are adopting newer technologies to reduce common touch-points in workplaces. Technology-based future.
Insperity
JANUARY 16, 2024
Clearly, the majority of job candidates prioritize workplace flexibility. It becomes a problem when companies downplay the aspects of their workplace that candidates may object to and try to present a rosier picture instead. Today’s employees expect and prefer greater workplace flexibility. What is fake flexing?
Employee Benefits
JULY 26, 2023
The research also highlighted prospective employees’ shifting priorities, with many now putting greater weight on workplace flexibility and personalised benefits, and reconsidering what they really need from an employer post-pandemic.
HR Bartender
JANUARY 20, 2017
This guide addresses the main themes facing human resources such as labor and employment, workplace flexibility, and health care reform. If you haven’t already seen it, the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) has published a 2016 Post-Election Overview. You can also visit the SHRM Policy Action Center.
Employee Benefits
JANUARY 10, 2024
Firstly, putting measures in place to reduce stress and improve the mental health of employees will have long-term positive effects in increasing workplace attendance and staff retention. Furthermore, finding ways to enhance workplace flexibility may also help with the negative impact that the cost of living has on employees.
Workplace Insight
MARCH 22, 2024
A survey of 900 leaders in HR, real estate, IT, and product roles at US based firms suggests that most employers have not adapted their working culture and practices to support the shift to flexible working.
Vantage Circle
APRIL 21, 2020
People today really value workplace flexibility and remote work because it allows them to focus their energies on work and life as opposed to commuting or other complications due to geography.” ~ Ken Matos. . "Often when you think you're at the end of something, you're at the beginning of something else."
Insperity
JULY 7, 2022
Companies must recognize this and take action to incorporate more workplace flexibility – or risk losing top talent to competitors. A time and attendance policy doesn’t have to conflict with solidifying norms around workplace flexibility.
HR Digest
MARCH 14, 2023
Moving forward, closing the gap will require societal and cultural changes and workplace flexibility to balance careers and family life. The gap also varies widely by race and ethnicity, with Black and Hispanic women earning significantly less than their White and Asian counterparts.
Best Money Moves
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
Allowing employees to work from home and have flexible schedules is another way for employers to prove they are listening to the needs of their employees. In a recent PWC survey, over half of the employees surveyed responded that they would want to work remotely three days a week or more.
Insperity
JUNE 30, 2022
Be flexible. Workplace flexibility is expected of organizations today, but it must also be practiced by leaders. Flexibility isn’t just about not driving into the office, it covers when, where, and how your employees work – and how you respond. Here’s some tips.
Vantage Circle
SEPTEMBER 20, 2022
Emphasize Workplace Flexibility. Workplace flexibility is a viable alternative to traditional workplace models that allow employees to work when, where, and how they want. Maintaining this new level of flexibility is likely to improve recruitment and retention efforts, as well as overall employee engagement.
Winston Benefits
JULY 19, 2016
Workplace flexibility is a popular benefit — the 2016 Employee Job Satisfaction and Engagemen t research report from the Society for Human Resource Management found that 53 percent of employees said workplace flexibility is a “very important” aspect of job satisfaction.
Employee Benefits
JUNE 30, 2023
Additionally, 58% have introduced more workplace flexibility, 57% have broadened their diversity, equity and inclusion emphasis, and 41% have taken action to improve their employees’ experience.
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