Negotiating Work Flexibility
31mBeginner2020-12-04
Authors
Mike Gutman
Remote Work and Sustainability Advocate, Marketing/Business Strategist
Course details
What if you could be there more for your family, exercise outside in the daylight, prioritize important things that aren’t doable after hours, and choose how often you come into your office? Having work flexibility means that you have a say in how—and where—you get your work done. As part of a strategic business plan, work flexibility can actually help save a company money. So, how do you negotiate this win-win scenario at your current job? In this course, learn how to create and prepare to pitch a work-flexibility proposal to your boss or HR department. Find out how to build a compelling argument by identifying common work flex options, selecting the right type for your role, and conveying business benefits. Discover how to compare your needs with company policy and earn yourself a trial period.
Skills covered
Compensation and BenefitsNegotiationTime ManagementJob SearchingCareer DevelopmentHuman ResourcesProfessional DevelopmentOne-Off
Concepts
0. Introduction
- 01 - Negotiating work flexibility
1. Understanding Work Flexibility
- 02 - Common types of work flexibility
- 03 - Why you may need work flexibility
2. Making Your Case for Work Flexibility
- 04 - What is your company's work flexibility policy
- 05 - Is work flexibility compatible with your job
- 06 - What is the business case for your work flexibility
- 07 - Identify a management structure for your work flexibility
- 08 - How will you measure your work flexibility success
3. Create and Pitch Your Work Flexibility Proposal
- 09 - Elements of your work flexibility proposal
- 10 - Pitching work flexibility to your boss
- 11 - What to do if your boss says no
- 12 - Succeeding in your new work flexibility trial period
Conclusion
- 13 - Next steps toward success