This NYTimes piece by Clair Cain Miller highlights some of the research showing the different work/life integration expectations of Millennials as compared to the generations that have come before them. The patience for a life devoted to work without time to enjoy the fruits of one’s labors is disappearing. The companies that act on this … Continued
We at the Center for Parental Leave Leadership have been busy spreading the word about how to improve the current parental leave climate and create family-friendly workplaces. Check out some recent articles featuring our experts. Politics as Usual: How the Federal Government Fails Working Parents In this piece at the Huffington Post, working parent advocate … Continued
Very interesting pulse check on what 21 CEOs think of paternity leave. At the Center for Parental Leave Leadership, we believe allowing new families time to bond is key to the launch of a successful family and makes for happier, more grounded employees. When you read through the CEO’s responses, which of the companies would … Continued
We know the US differs from other first world countries by not mandating paid vacation, sick and parental leave. This piece exploring some of the historic and cultural reasons why.
Taking parental leave can have benefits you wouldn’t expect. This small business owner learned some crucial things about how her management style was affecting her business.
Ashley Stoney describes her transition to motherhood in this great piece in the NYT Motherlode column. “My partner has not had the same shock-wave reaction to having a child as I have. It’s well documented that a baby can enhance a man’s career.”
We completely agree with Emily Peck at the Huff Post: it’s not enough to offer leave — companies must actively encourage women AND men to take full advantage of available leave. Our consulting services help companies support parents through the parental leave transition in a way that’s good for the business and good for new … Continued
T-Mobile joins the fast-growing list of companies offering paid parental leave! Let’s hope this ball keeps on rolling…
This opinion piece on some proposed legislation for parental leave changes in Australia explores an interesting question. (Australians get 18 weeks of pay equivalent to the minimum wage.) The writer asks, do we consider government paid parental leave as a welfare payment? Or as a policy to support all working families? The answer to that question … Continued
14 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers! Way to go Nestle!