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Welcome to the Employer Zone

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Today's evidence shows that flexible and enlightened working practices are good for business. Achieving a balance between the needs of home and work is a win-win for the family and the employer - the employer of choice.

Organisations need motivated staff, not the costs of absenteeism. To stand out, they need people who see their work as more than 'just a job'. In short, they need the loyalty and dedication given by employees who enjoy balance between their work and home lives.

No one knows how to balance the interests of employers and working parents and carers as well as Working Families. When employees want a change and employers want to explore the arguments, we show how it can be done. We provide a level of training, guidance and implementation which has earned us respect in the eyes of government, media and employers.

We are not interested in ideologies or wishful thinking. We pursue the interests of employer and employee alike. Our practical and proven approach has helped us influence the culture and procedures in hundreds of large and small organisations, across the public, private and voluntary sectors.

 

 
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"I make more money for my company now, since I've reduced my hours"
Private Banker

"Work-life balance isn't an unobtainable ideal. It allows businesses to reap the rewards of creativity, productivity and staff retention."
Company MD

 

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  Flexible work and performance research
  The Cranfield School of Management and Working Families research is now available
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  Measuring Up: The Impact of Flexible Working Practices on Performance
  Cranfield School of Management and Working Families conference on 30th April.
  Hear Imelda Walsh give keynote address.
  HOURS TO SUIT PART II - JUST LAUNCHED.
  Read the 19 case studies on senior flexible work in the public and voluntary sector. Click here to order etc
 
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  MOVING MOUNTAINS: REPORT
  Discover the road map to getting a true work-life balance culture in your organisation Click here to find out more
 
  EMPLOYER AWARDS 2006. WINNERS ANNOUNCED
  Click here to see the new Employer of the Year Sponsored by HP
 
  Working Families Helpline report
 
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  ORIGINAL RESEARCH FROM WORKING FAMILIES
  Order our Time, Health and the Family research reports on productivity, absenteeism and the effects of working long hours
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Working Families. tel: 020 7253 7243.