Knowledge@Wharton July 30, 2024
In this episode of Leading Diversity at Work, experts call on companies to craft more supportive policies for caregivers who are struggling to balance their responsibilities at work and home.
Seventy percent of American workers have caregiving duties at home that take an exhausting physical, mental, and financial toll, according to new research. Yet very few companies offer policies or benefits that support those employees and address burnout.
Experts say if that doesn’t change, many top firms will find their knowledge workers walking out the door in search of smaller operations willing to accommodate their needs.
“The U.S. caregiving policy is in the hands of employers, and if they want to have a workforce that’s ready and not stressed out,...
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