Atlanta Mayor Asks Bosses to Let Workers Watch WNBA Finals
Atlanta's mayor is asking employers and schools to give people a pass to watch their hometown team chase a championship. It's a simple request that shows how much a city believes in its own.
Workplace Flexibility — Good News & Uplifting Stories
Read the latest positive news, breakthroughs, and inspiring stories about workplace flexibility, curated daily by BrightWire.
9 stories tagged with "Workplace Flexibility"
NZ Employers Learn Simple Changes Keep Disabled Workers Thriving
New Zealand consultants are proving that keeping disabled workers employed often requires nothing more than flexibility. Their message to employers: small accommodations cost nothing but make all the difference.
87% of Workers Want to Choose Their Own Hours
Companies are letting employees work when their brains are sharpest, not just 9 to 5. Early results show happier workers and better output.
We Already Proved We Can Support Working Moms. Let's Do It Again
During World War II, America built a national childcare system that helped millions of women work. Leaders say if we did it once, we can do it again.
Big Banks Let Staff Work From Home During World Cup
Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan, known for strict five-day office mandates, are letting employees work remotely during World Cup games. The surprising shift helps workers avoid traffic chaos in host cities while keeping productivity high.
Mom Influencers Soar 101% as Workplace Pushes Women Out
More than 400,000 mothers left the workforce last year, but many are finding success as family influencers instead. Social media careers now offer women a way to earn while raising kids, with mom influencers doubling over five years.
Hybrid Work Cuts Carbon Emissions Up to 90%, Study Finds
Working closer to home could slash work-related carbon emissions by up to 90%, according to groundbreaking research from International Workplace Group and engineering firm Arup. The findings show that simply shortening commutes delivers massive environmental wins while boosting employee wellbeing.
Harvard Finally Cuts Caseloads After Moms Resign
After rejecting a job-share proposal, Harvard lost six talented psychologists who couldn't sustain crushing workloads with young families. The institution finally changed its policies, but only after the damage was done.
Kebbi Shortens Work Hours for Civil Servants During Ramadan
Nigeria's Kebbi State is cutting work hours by two hours during Ramadan, allowing thousands of public servants to observe fasting with more flexibility. The temporary policy runs through the holy month before returning to normal schedules.