Recently, Starbucks announced its investment in a new employee benefit: subsidized backup care. According to Starbucks’ VP of Benefits, backup care for children and adults was the “last piece of the puzzle” in providing holistic benefits to its workforce. Indeed, it...
Strong leadership in a company is what attracts me to a new opportunity like no other. Adventure, autonomy, learning are high on my list of must-haves, too. These reflect my values, my approach to life and career growth, and my personality. Yours might be similar or...
When you’re in the trenches, it can be hard to identify the right time to take a step back. By the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) Q. What is a clear sign you need more work/life balance? The Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) is an invite-only organization...
If you’re overworked, you’re less productive, less healthy and less happy. Here’s how to keep your cool when things are heating up. By Chelsea Berler (Author, The Curious One: From Food Stamps to CEO) Starting and running your own business can be an exciting,...
Everyone strives for work/life balance, especially parents. The president of UrbanSitter shares her experiences. By Jessica Steel (President, UrbanSitter) The phrase “Work-life balance is more like a pendulum than a level” had long been a career mantra of mine. It...