From Early Ed Watch: This is the second in a series of podcasts this summer on California’s laws for extended-time off, with a special focus on the state’s paid family leave program that enables new parents to take time off from work to bond with their babies. In this podcast, New America’s David Gray talksContinue reading “California Paid Family Leave: Babies still crying, but nary a whimper from businesses”
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Need a Mortgage? Don’t Get Pregnant
From the New York Times: Expectant parents shopping for a home are not the only ones concerned about the date of the baby’s arrival. Mortgage lenders are taking a harder look at prospective borrowers whose income has temporarily fallen while they are on leave, including new parents at home taking care of a baby. EvenContinue reading “Need a Mortgage? Don’t Get Pregnant”
How to cut business costs by adding benefits
It’s no secret that workplace benefits like paid sick days and paid family leave reduce turnover, boost morale and improve workplace productivity. Not only do these benefits also come at a low financial cost to businesses, but employers who offer them experience a significant economic boost from improved employee productivity and reduced spread of illness.Continue reading “How to cut business costs by adding benefits”