As the so called “war for talent” continues (we hope they come up with a better phrase) employers can do one thing to help attract and keep hold of the most qualified people. Offer FLEXIBILITY

What are the benefits to companies of flexible working and a generous hybrid policy?

• Attracts Top Talent:

Those on Higher Salaries have taken care of most of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. Each extra Euro in salary brings diminishing returns, so flexibility, time with their family, work / life balance is what attracts them.

• Improves Retention:

Once you have them, you want to keep them! Allowing your existing employees to work flexible schedules can help you to retain valuable staff. Without a doubt, flexible schedules are one of the most important perks employees want from their employers. Preventing your staff from leaving by offering them this flexible working option, could end up saving you a significant amount in the long run.

• Increases Productivity:

One of the reasons employers often won’t allow staff to work flexibly is that they think if they can’t keep a watchful eye on their employees, they wont work. However, flexible working can actually increase employee productivity.

• Improves Employee Engagement:

Engaged employees are those who understand what their role is and how what they do contributes to the company’s success. One of the ways companies create a culture of engagement is by creating a workplace that empowers and respects employees. The best way to show this is to allow flexible working schedules. When you let people work flexibly, you  are saying you trust them to get their work done no matter how, when or where it happens.

Over the last number of years, families have learned that flexible work can help them balance work and home life. Job seekers are now more likely to choose the job that offers flexible schedules over the one that doesn’t.  Employers, Take note!

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