Millennials are Changing the Meaning of “Flexibility” at Work

In any discussion on talent – such as the discussion by panelists in the CSCMP mega session powered by AWESOME – the word “flexibility” comes up as something employees expect in their jobs. An article in the New York Times explores the idea that millennials may be the main ones changing the perspective on flexible work routines, but not the only ones. The analysis uses observations from experts and surveys from credible sources to prove the point. Continue reading

Qualities that move women ahead in school may hold them back in careers

An article in the New York Times poses a possible answer to the question of why girls consistently outperform boys academically and yet men hold 95 percent of the top positions in the largest public companies. Continue reading

Study shows women still expected to do more around the home

An article in the New York Times reports on a study to be published in the journal Gender and Society finding that many Americans who believe women should be equal at work still think work around the house is mainly a woman’s responsibility. Continue reading