How to Be a Family-Friendly Workplace

Higher productivity and a better bottom line – it's worth the effort.

If you were a CEO or business owner, how could you help increase productivity, improve your bottom line and decrease employee turnover?You might think it all boils down to money. But what if the answer was to simply help your employees lead more fulfilling lives and be better family members?In 2009, the Sloan Center for Aging at Boston College studied this topic. Ninety percent of workers said that workplace flexibility moderately or greatly contributes to their quality of life.

Creative Date Ideas

This list of 20 can help you get your couple party started!

Going on a date doesn’t have to be expensive or stressful. Here are a few of our ideas:Go for a hike in the mountains.Watch a funny movie together.Help out in a service organization together.Grab something to eat and take it to the park for a picnic.Go for a walk or jog.Cook a meal together.Go to a park, swing and play.People watch in the mall.Go for a drive and explore new places.Work out together.Learn something new together.Get dressed up and have a candlelight dinner at home.Go to a hi…

The Second Half of Marriage

Staying together through life's ups and downs is possible.

When the kids leave the nest and are almost off the payroll, that second half of marriage is within sight. You finally have time to breathe. But suddenly you have questions…What in the heck will we do with the second half of our marriage?How will we handle the challenges of aging parents, crises with the children or unexpected medical issues?What about retirement, finances and the like?While some couples look forward to the years ahead, others feel trapped.