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Strike a Balance: Tips for a Fulfilling Work and Life Experience

HR Digest

Employers have a responsibility to promote a balance between work and life for their employees, not only because it is the right thing to do but also because it can have a positive impact on productivity , employee engagement, and retention. Why is it important to promote work-life balance in the workplace?

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How to negotiate a higher salary

HR Digest

And so, it is a reflection of how your company supports your work-life balance, flextime, opportunities for growth and promotion, perks, and so forth. Training & development: Training and development can play a monumental role in equipping career-driven individuals with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their role.

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Answering “Why did you quit your last job” in an interview

HR Digest

Or why are you seeking this position? Last but not least, you are seeking a better paying position. All hiring companies need a competent and expert person to fill their position. This creates a good impression about you that in spite of the loss of employment you have a positive takeaway of what all you learned there.

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Creating a Desirable Employee Value Proposition (EVP)

HR Digest

A unique, relevant, and compelling EVP is the perfect amalgamation of tangible rewards received by employees (such as compensation and benefits) and intangible rewards (such as company culture, flextime, meaningful opportunities, etc.). Step #1 Develop Your Employee Persona. Some job seekers value flextime, learning, and cool projects.

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How to retain parents after parental leave

HR Digest

Do you offer a variety of work time models like flextime, part-time, job sharing or remote work? Develop a handover plan with the employee that includes timing, to-do’s, responsible parties, and lines of communication. Develop an individual re-entry strategy in good time. personal expectations regarding re-entry.

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Should Employers Ban Email After Work Hours?

Harvard Business Review

Yes,takingcare of work during non-work time may hurt our relationships with family and friends — but still, more than three-quarters of full-time workers tell Gallup that the ability to use mobile technology outside normal working hours is a somewhat to very positive development.

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The Ideal Work Schedule, as Determined by Circadian Rhythms

Harvard Business Review

We often put employees in a position where they must meet an end-of-workday deadline, so they persist in this important task throughout the 3pm dip. This requires knowing the chronotype of each employee and using that information when developing work schedules.