Scott Behson
3 Ways to Get More Flexibility at Work (reposted from Salary.com)
In my first article as a contributing writer to Salary.com, I discuss three common forms of workplace flexibility–compressed work weeks,...
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Scott Behson, PhD
Professor, Author, Speaker, Consultant
Building Better Workplaces
That Work for Everyone
From 2012 through 2017, I authored the Fathers, Work, and Family Blog, the first and most prominent blog focused on helping fathers balance work and family and promoting more supportive workplaces. The blog is now shuttered, but is archived here.
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Scott Behson
- Mar 28, 2014
- 1 min
Friday Humor: What People Think Telecommuters Do…
What People Think Telecommuters Do This is my first attempt at a meme–feedback is appreciated. Have a great weekend! Next week, I’ll run...
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Scott Behson
- Mar 20, 2014
- 3 min
A Full-Time Telecommuter on Walking the Dog and Other Productivity Killers
How one full-time telecommuting dad avoids the distractions of home to stay productive. A guest post by John Pearce of 14 Step Commute,...
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Scott Behson
- Mar 10, 2014
- 3 min
What You Should Know About Telecommuting: Part 1- The Benefits
Telecommuting has received a burst of media attention. It is increasingly clear that telecommuting is more varied, more common and more...
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Scott Behson
- Nov 4, 2013
- 2 min
Why So Many People Support Work Flexibility
Supporters of work flexibility share how it benefits them, their families and their employers. I am proud to be a part of One Million for...
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Scott Behson
- Oct 15, 2013
- 2 min
One Million for Work Flexibility
Here’s something we can do to raise our voices together in support of work flexibility! Welcome Harvard Business Review Readers! Please...
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Scott Behson
- Aug 26, 2013
- 4 min
4 Factors Job Seeking Parents Should Keep in Mind
Job-seeking parents need to consider more than just pay and advancement opportunities when considering career opportunities. Here are 4...
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Scott Behson
- May 20, 2013
- 4 min
Workplace Flexibility and Flexible Careers: Expert Q&A with Jeremy Anderson of Flexjobs.com
Jeremy Anderson works fully from home for FlexJobs.com, a website that matches job seekers looking for telework opportunities with...
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Scott Behson
- May 6, 2013
- 4 min
Yahoo!, Marissa Mayer, Paternity Leave and a Step Forward
Marissa Mayer announced a progressive paternity leave policy at Yahoo! Especially considering recent Yahoo! decisions, these policies...
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Scott Behson
- Apr 1, 2013
- 4 min
One Month Later: The Media’s Response to Yahoo’s Ban on Telework Completely Missed the Point
Now that the dust has settled, it’s time to examine the media’s response to Yahoo’s ban on telework. Much analysis, by “journalists” and...
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Scott Behson
- Feb 28, 2013
- 3 min
Yahoo!, Marissa Mayer and a Big Step Backwards
Marissa Mayer of Yahoo! banned working from home. Why it was the wrong decision, and how it sends a dangerous signal. Who’da thought...
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Scott Behson
- Dec 10, 2012
- 4 min
Negotiating for Work Flexibility
Part 4 of a 4 Part Series- Putting it all together Use my advice, and even the pointy-haired boss may approve your request (bless you,...
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Scott Behson
- Nov 26, 2012
- 3 min
Negotiating for Work Flexibility (part 3): Fairness Concerns
Why Bosses Say “No” to Flexible Work Arrangements (and what you can do about it). Part 3 of a Series: They Have the Wrong Idea about...
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Scott Behson
- Nov 12, 2012
- 4 min
Negotiating for Flexibility at Work: Bosses Don’t Know the Facts About Telecommuting
Part 2 of a Series: They Don’t Know the Facts About Telecommuting Despite some prominent examples of companies with progressive cultures...
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Scott Behson
- Oct 24, 2012
- 4 min
Negotiating for Flexibility at Work: Why Bosses Say “No” to Flexible Work Arrangements (and what yo
Part 1 of a Series: They’re Bad at Evaluating Performance Let’s face it, despite some prominent examples of companies with progressive...
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