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Why I Negotiated for a 4-Day Workweek Instead of a Raise

Success

Upon reflection, I’d realized that a salary bump would not improve my vitality, but more free time absolutely would. At its heart, the conversation was a re-frame: I was receiving a pay increase—the same salary for reduced hours—I just wouldn’t see the increase in my paycheck. The arrangement was a life-line; I could come up for air.

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Giving Credit Where It's Due

Office Dynamics

Offer gift cards for coffee or the movies to employees who go above and beyond on a project. Feature stand-out staff in the company newsletter. Follow OfficeTeam at twitter.com/officeteam , and gain insights into the latest administrative hiring and salary trends at www.officeteam.com/salarycenter.'

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Fellowship Community Culture Makes Four-Year Recipient of Top Workplaces Award

Energage

Some appreciation activities Fellowship Community created include employee award nominations, newsletter recognition, and employee perks. They have created additional employee appreciation such as: Raffle drawings to local events like baseball games, theater productions, concerts, and gift cards. Safe Halloween for employee families.

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