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Work/life balance

Find resources, tips and practical advice to successfully balance the ever-changing workplace with other priorities.

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Working parents: how to balance work and life

Working parents are under immense pressure to achieve life balance between their career, child-care, and the daily demands of life. We recently hosted a webinar with a select panel to discuss what it means to be a working parent, how to balance responsibilities, and how best to support others. Read the blog

How to kill stress with work–life balance strategies

Read our work-life balance strategies to manage the stress levels in your team and increase your attractiveness to future employees. Read the blog

Returning to work after maternity leave: planning and preparation tips

A step-by-step guide on the practical and emotional preparation needed for preparing to go back to work after maternity leave. Read the blog

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