This company offers flexible work hours to accommodate employees' personal schedules.

The "Great Reshuffle" is causing a shift in workplace culture, with millions of Americans rethinking their work and work-life balance. In response, companies are meeting their employees' needs by offering remote work, flexible hours, four-day workweeks, and more compensation options. This story is part of a series exploring this topic.

Allison Greenwald has a work perk that many Americans are craving — flexibility.

As a senior product manager at Alley, she can manage her remote job while also taking care of other responsibilities, such as errands, doctor's appointments, exercise, and travel.

Although the company does not have specified hours for meetings, each team determines their own meeting times. For Greenwald, this means logging in for a 15-minute daily check-in at 11 a.m. Eastern time and some meetings in the afternoon. She completes the rest of her work at her convenience.

Greenwald, a 29-year-old based in Brooklyn, New York, stated that he has had the opportunity to do amazing things.

You don't need to consistently be in the same location weekly.

This company allows employees to work remotely from any location worldwide.

Since joining Alley in May, the most memorable experience she had was a five-week excursion to Homer, Alaska, in August. During her free time in the weekday afternoons, she enjoyed exploring the surroundings on foot. On weekends, she embarked on group hikes to various locations throughout the state.

She has visited Austin, Las Vegas, Utah, and Vermont.

She stated that she had gone on winter hikes ranging from 8 to 11 hours before sunrise, and also mentioned that she had gone on long midday walks.

Despite the flexibility, employees are not slacking and the work is still getting done.

Greenwald explained that since our teams are small and close-knit, not completing tasks affects not only the individual but also the team and ultimately the company.

“It’s a really effective system.”

Since its inception over a decade ago, Alley, with approximately 74 employees, has adhered to a remote-first policy. The firm's philosophy is that workers are adults capable of self-governance, as stated by Bridget McNulty, partner and chief operating officer.

"Joining our team involves trusting the individuals we hire," she stated.

We have a pact to collaborate and we treat it with utmost importance.

In today's job market, flexibility is highly valued by workers.

Nearly 55% of U.S. adults consider the ability to work from home or have a more flexible schedule more important now than before the pandemic, while 52% prioritize higher pay, according to Bankrate's 2022 Job Seeker Survey. The survey surveyed nearly 2,500 adults, with 1,416 being either employed or searching for a job.

Flexibility can benefit employers, too

According to LinkedIn's 2022 Global Talent Trends, 64% of job-seekers prioritize work-life balance when choosing a new job, while 60% value compensation and benefits.

The trend is shifting towards more businesses providing flexible work arrangements and prioritizing their employees' well-being.

Smart employers understand that offering flexible schedules not only benefits employees but also benefits them, according to Brie Reynolds, career services manager and career coach at FlexJobs.

Having adaptable work hours can enhance staff retention, draw in top performers, boost productivity, and stimulate employee motivation, among other benefits.

Greenwald is open to the possibility of returning to an office setting, but she values the flexibility that helps her maintain her well-being.

She stated that she does not worry about running errands or going to the grocery store between meetings.

I believe I would feel anxious about performing those tasks in an office environment or any setting with less trust.

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