Chris and Emma Leonis-Hughes welcome Jennifer Liston-Smith, the Head of Thought Leadership at Bright Horizons, as their guest. Together, they delve into the latest insights from the Modern Families Index report from 2024, a piece of research conducted by Bright Horizons since 2012. This discussion sheds light on the myriad of challenges confronted by working parents and caregivers. Bright Horizons offer comprehensive services to support working families and employers in creating family-friendly workplaces.
The conversation delves into the rising trend of employees, especially women, contemplating leaving their positions, underscoring the vital role of employer backing for family commitments. 42% of survey participants are contemplating job changes within the next six months. Flexibility emerges as a pivotal factor, extending beyond mere scheduling to encompass practical support such as backup care for children. Moreover, they explore the impact of blurred work-life boundaries, the potential for burnout, and the imperative for employers to tackle these challenges both organisation-wide and on an individual level.
Jennifer emphasises the business impact of supporting employees in managing work-life balance, citing examples like workplace nurseries and backup care programs. The conversation concludes with a focus on measuring the impact of initiatives and the importance of employers in creating a family-friendly brand to enhance employee engagement and retention.
This podcast episode discusses hurdles encountered by working parents and caregivers. Listen now to explore actionable strategies for cultivating a workplace environment that supports parents and caregivers in in achieving a healthy work-life balance.
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