Recent research supports a premise that’s long been acknowledged by employees across virtually all industries – probably since the first time a worker kissed his kids goodbye and left the family farm to work outside his SmilingEmployeehome: We need more flexibility and work/life balance.

It’s not limited to working parents versus singles or dual-income-with-no children couples. It’s not centered on any one age group or level of professional experience – though millennial workers have expressed a heightened priority for more flexibility. It’s pretty much across the board. And really, is anyone surprised to hear this?

Now more than ever, employers need to respond to the needs of their workforces when it comes to giving them the balance they need. Consider these statistics:

And perhaps the most telling statistic of all:

The Good, the Bad and the Future
It’s clear that today’s employees are more ready than ever to abandon the traditional 9-to-5 workday. They are led by younger members of the workforce, 58 percent of whom are seeking positions where they can work from home, at least occasionally.

So, if companies are willing to provide flexible options and a majority of employees want them, why should asking for them hinder a person’s career? Especially when it comes to younger individuals who represent the future of an organization. Millennial workers will comprise 46 percent of the U.S. workforce by 2020, so they are clearly a force to be reckoned with.

Benefits of Offering Flexibility
If you haven’t done so already, start by taking these steps towards more flexibility – and a happier, more fulfilled workforce:

Employers who take the lead in offering flexible work hours will attract and retain more top talent. It’s a no-brainer. Flexibility is what workers want – and increased employee satisfaction is directly related to enhanced engagement, productivity and profitability.

Contact the recruitment experts at PrideStaff Fresno for more tips on building your Fresno workforce for future success.

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