In a recent survey of millennial-aged workers, 88 percent responded that "work-life integration" (which is slightly different from work-life balance) was one of the most valued attributes of a job.
In other words, when looking for a job, most Americans want some sense that their careers won't obstruct their personal lives completely. Whether it's having a family, a social life, or even just some free time to relax, Americans desire balance.
What does it take to achieve better balance? According to a new study by Status of Women, state law and local corporate culture are what make all the difference.
According to Status of Women, some of the best indicators for work-life balance are related directly to women's issues such as the gender pay gap, paid leave and accessibility to child care.
To determine which states are most conducive to balancing work and family, Status of Women looked at those indicators. It also looked at available care for the elderly and other dependents.
SOW then ranked each category accordingly, and also assigned each state a grade based on its overall score. It then averaged out the scores for each category to determine a "composite score."
Did your state make the list?
In other words, when looking for a job, most Americans want some sense that their careers won't obstruct their personal lives completely. Whether it's having a family, a social life, or even just some free time to relax, Americans desire balance.
What does it take to achieve better balance? According to a new study by Status of Women, state law and local corporate culture are what make all the difference.
According to Status of Women, some of the best indicators for work-life balance are related directly to women's issues such as the gender pay gap, paid leave and accessibility to child care.
To determine which states are most conducive to balancing work and family, Status of Women looked at those indicators. It also looked at available care for the elderly and other dependents.
SOW then ranked each category accordingly, and also assigned each state a grade based on its overall score. It then averaged out the scores for each category to determine a "composite score."
Did your state make the list?