Improving the return-to-work ‘pressure cooker’ after parental leave
However, according to Sophie Warwick, co-chief executive officer of workplace consultancy The Thoughtful Co., the bigger retention challenge begins when the workers return.“It’s such a vulnerable time in someone’s career and personal life,” Ms. How supported they feel during that transition can shape whether they see a future with the organization.She most commonly sees two approaches. Some managers immediately hand returning employees high-profile or complex projects to demonstrate confidence in their abilities.
- ▪However, according to Sophie Warwick, co-chief executive officer of workplace consultancy The Thoughtful Co., the bigger retention challenge begins when the workers return.“It’s such a vulnerable time in someone’s career and personal life,”
- ▪How supported they feel during that transition can shape whether they see a future with the organization.She most commonly sees two approaches.
- ▪Some managers immediately hand returning employees high-profile or complex projects to demonstrate confidence in their abilities.
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Open this photo in gallery:enisaksoy/iStockPhoto / Getty ImagesShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountWith the long weekend approaching, the next Work Life newsletter will be sent on Aug. 4. If you are interested in more careers-related content, sign up to receive it in your inbox.Employers often invest significant time and resources supporting employees while they’re on parental leave with policies covering everything from top-up pay to benefits and leave administration. However, according to Sophie Warwick, co-chief executive officer of workplace consultancy The Thoughtful Co., the bigger retention challenge begins when the workers return.“It’s such a vulnerable time in someone’s career and personal life,” Ms. Warwick says.
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