Workforce Development
Responding to the Great Resignation Flexibility found through remote and part-time options BY JULIANNE SPINGLER AND ANGELA COAXUM
IT’S BEEN TWO YEARS since the start of the pandemic, and the ever-changing needs of jobseekers and current staff members continue to challenge employers. In the wake of the Great Resignation, company leaders have had to not only re-evaluate policies and culture but respond aptly with the right type of perks and incentives that both attract and retain.
As part of its own pandemic-related evolution, Your Part-Time Controller (YPTC) introduced new benefits such as upgraded equipment and an annual tech stipend for a more comprehensive work-from-home environment, as well as highlighted its flexible options for part-time and remote work. In the coming year, YPTC is renewing its focus on the rapidly changing remote work landscape and overall livelihood of its employees. This translates to first understanding the diversity of lifestyles within the company, then providing proper support and the right tools. By investing in peer-to-peer connection initiatives and the latest technology, and continuing to emphasize work-life balance, YPTC exemplifies its ability to accommodate all staff members in a remote work setting. For Carl Lesaca, an associate in Central New Jersey, this level of accommodation was transformational: 58
“I worked in a hedge fund for 16 years, but in the last few, I started to realize that I was spending three-and-a-half to four hours commuting on top of my nine-to-ten hours in the office. I was leaving before my kids woke up for school and coming home just in time to eat a quick dinner and put them to bed. After taking some time off to support my family during the pandemic, I knew I wanted to pivot to an industry that focuses on helping others, which is why YPTC seemed like a good fit.” Another key aspect of YPTC’s comprehensive remote work approach is increased flexibility in scheduling through a multitude of part-time positions available. Part-time work is an option for those seeking even further autonomy over their schedules without sacrificing any opportunities for growth. YPTC’s parttime employees are valuable members of the team and help the company maintain a flexible and people-focused culture. “Since becoming an associate nine months ago, YPTC has been flexible in allowing me to work part-time and assist in taking care of my kids. At no time have I been pressured to work more, and I’ve always been provided help when extra projects arise or a client requests more of my time,” said Carl. “The ability to learn a new industry while not taking too much time away from my ultimate goal of being a good dad is what I enjoy most about working here,” Lesaca said. While the last few years have been marked by unpredictability, one thing we know for certain is that the trends of the working world will shift even further beyond 2022. YPTC plans to consistently evaluate its policies, principles, and mission to best serve its staff. The overall flexibility, wellrounded benefits program, and people-focused culture has already set the company up for a successful future. n
Angela Coaxum is a manager and Julianne Spingler is a marketing content coordinator at YPTC.
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