4-Day Work Week Gaining Popularity in NYC

The four-day work week continues to gain popularity in the U.S., for a variety of reasons. But now it seems to be catching on in NYC. Find out more in Crain's.

How to Ask for Flextime

Check out this ABC News article to get yourself optimally prepared to approach your boss and sell that flextime schedule you've been dreaming of.

Rather Work in Small "Slivers of Time"?

Here's an interesting idea to suggest at the next staff meeting.

In Great Britain, Anglia Ruskin University’s Employment Bureau is responding to the growing need for flexible working by matching employers who need workers on a shift-by-shift basis with people who are willing to work for specific periods of time and often at short notice.

"Slivers of Time" is the name of the new initiative which can provide quick cover for employers who have a need for paid help, whether it involves someone to work on a leafleting campaign, someone to help in the kitchen during a busy lunch shift or to do book-keeping for a couple of hours a week.

Read more about it here.

Flextime is a Good Idea for Everyone

Thinking about presenting arguments to your employer in favor of flextime? Check out this article to bolster your position.