New flexible working patterns
Let’s talk about flex
The Queensland Gender Equity Committee ‘Let’s talk about flex!’ event canvassed four approaches for flexible work, with speakers talking directly of their personal experiences.
Flexibility: We’re doing it, why aren’t you?
The Queensland Gender Equity Committee’s first event tackled the benefits and challenges of offering flexibility in the workplace.
Flexibility at work
A focus on outcomes (not hours) and health (not overtime) brings many rewards, argues Jenny Edwards, director of Light House Architecture & Science.
Enabling flexible work
AMC Architecture's Practice Manager and registered architect Hannah-Jean Cadan shares the challenges and rewards of enabling flexible work.
Managing your mental health
Rob Henry takes a candid look at the challenges of managing his mental health and the benefits of flexibility in the workplace.
From solo to large practice – making the leap
Wellington-based architect and mother-of-two Linda Wong remembers her transition back to work for an established practice after a decade away.
A flexible good news story
Queensland architect Emma Healy reviews her positive return to part-time work, revealing the strategies she uses to make maximum impact in the workplace.
Flexibility a winning formula
Flexible workplaces not only help employees juggle work and life outside, they also create an environment where respect, understanding and commitment thrive, says Julie Willis.
What’s so critical? Why the long hours?
Is it really necessary for us to accept a long hours culture? Ceilidh Higgins investigates.
How to flex
The secret is out! Sonia Sarangi reports on How to Flex, a discussion CPD event that demonstrated the advantages of flexible workplaces.
Practices need to adapt to a changing world
Is flexibility a cure for an ailing profession? Vanessa Bizzell argues that architectural firms must change with the times to meet the needs of their clients and staff.
Part-time architects – top tips for employers
The value of experienced, committed part-time architects cannot be overestimated. Misty Waters outlines how to maximise the business benefits of flexible part-time architects.
Part-time architects – tips for architects returning to work
Returning to work part-time after a break is a key challenge facing many women in architecture. Misty Waters, has some tips to help make it work for everyone.
