Core meeting hours
Propose setting specific hours during the day (e.g., 10:00–15:00) as core times for scheduling meetings. This approach helps employees with caregiving responsibilities plan their days more effectively.
Core hours with flexible time around
Propose a structure where everyone is available during a shared window (e.g., 10:00–14:00), with flexibility outside those hours. This supports collaboration while allowing employees to manage their time more effectively.
Culture of disconnection
Encourage team norms that respect personal time, such as not expecting responses outside working hours, avoiding late-evening messages, or using scheduled email delivery tools. This helps reduce stress and creates a more sustainable working rhythm, especially for caregivers or those managing flexible hours.
Flexible breaks
Recommend allowing employees to take breaks at times that best suit their needs throughout the day. This can support mental well-being, accommodate caregiving responsibilities, or help manage fatigue more effectively.