Most of us would agree that work/family balance is more of a concern with employees than ever. Employees are seeking out companies that take their personal lives into account. For companies that create programs or policies in support of balance, the rewards are tangible. Studies show that employees are more productive and satisfied when they believe that their employer values their non-work time.

Consider offering employees 5 - 10 days they can take off to deal with personal matters such as sick children, family emergencies or just their own mental health and wellbeing. Companies that have done so not only find that employees tend not to abuse the privilege but that they return to work renewed and re-energized. Lost time at work is more than made up for by improved productivity and increased employee retention.