Tag: Work-Life Balance
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Working from Home with Kids During a Lockdown
As a psychologist, I’ve identified 8 strategies to help parents more effectively work from home with their children. With children out of school, no sports, no camps, no activities, and no playdates it is a tremendous upheaval and disruption. At first kids will enjoy having no school or activities but in the coming weeks it…
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Putting Mindfulness to Work
Mindfulness as a concept has very little to do with meditation or spirituality. Mindfulness provides us with a new way of thinking and conceiving reality. It transforms how we react to stimuli from our environment and how we perceive information coming through our senses.
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The Legal Case for Work-Life Balance
Many of today’s employers recognize the value of work-life balance programs. Research conducted by the Families and Work Institute has shown that work-life balance programs can help employers: Attract and retain top talent. Enhance corporate reputation. Increase job satisfaction, commitment, and loyalty. Reduce absenteeism and turnover. It should be no surprise that many employers are…
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How to Negotiate a Flexible Work Schedule
Flexibility at work is no longer a perk — it’s a priority. In this article, Dr. Christine E. Dickson shares practical tips for employees and job seekers on how to negotiate flexible work schedules, from flextime and remote work to job sharing and sabbaticals. With the right preparation, strategy, and persistence, you can secure the…