Most workers want it, but not enough of them have it. What s more, it not only makes workers happier-studies show that flexibility can make workers more productive and reduce worker turnover and absenteeism.
That s good for business. At a time when women make up about half of America s workforce, outdated workplace policies that make it harder for mothers to work hold our entire economy back.
But these aren t just problems for women. Men also care about who s watching their kids. They re rearranging their schedules to make it to soccer games and school plays. Lots of sons help care for aging parents. And plenty of fathers would love to be home for their new baby s first weeks in the world.
In fact, in a new study, nearly half of all parents-women and men-report that they ve said no to a job, not because they didn t want it, but because it would be too hard on their families. When that many talented, hard-working people are forced to choose between work and family, something s wrong.
Other countries are making it easier for people to have both. We should too, if we want American businesses to compete and win in the global economy. Family leave. Childcare. Flexibility. These aren t frills-they re basic needs. They shouldn t be bonuses-they should be the bottom line.
The good news is, some businesses are embracing family-friendly policies, because they know it s key to attracting and retaining talented employees. And I m going to keep highlighting the businesses that do.
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