Paid leave for events like the birth of a grandchild or a pet’s death is down to employer discretion
Lots of us check emails at 6am — and are still working in bed at night. Can AI help with overload?
Dismissing people by email or phone is still distressingly common and needs to stop
UK government is working on deal with EU enabling young people to live and work freely in mainland Europe again
Rejecting ditherers can seem abrupt. But in our overloaded age, taking up valuable time is also an affront
One boss thinks it might be better than the traditional four-day week
Good managers are a valuable asset and have a big impact at the team and company level
Five years after lockdown, what are the lasting effects and the forgotten pandemic trends?
Job candidates cite pay as a priority but the highest-ranked companies also seek to offer a sense of purpose
No-prep meals, a childcare app and patience are part of the armoury for combining kids and careers
The hit drama takes the post-pandemic dilemma of work-life balance — or blurring — to a dystopian extreme
Using personal devices for work comes with risks for employers and doesn’t mean your boss won’t call
In-house counselling is becoming more common, but the country’s high-pressure corporate culture persists
The government’s campaign against overwork could have far-reaching consequences for businesses and consumers
High-tech programmes use detailed health screening as the latest tool to reduce burnout
Moves to cap weekly hours for entry-level bankers butt against reality of competitive industry
A bill in the Philippines is trying to secure time off for workers after a break-up. Could it improve productivity elsewhere?
Brigid Schulte makes a convincing case for a drastic overhaul of the way we earn a living
Older workers are sticking around and that is no bad thing
Satisfied employees are convinced they are lucky exceptions in a world of toxic bosses and burnout
Staff wellbeing is a bigger priority for employers but has been hard to link to company performance
Researchers who put themselves under the microscope made some important discoveries
Even a little holiday work might make you less productive
Heavy-handed legislative or one-size-fits-all approaches are not merited
They are very often right, especially when it comes to working hours
