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The Knowledge - The Resource - Work-life balance

Best Bear
Resource for busy working parents to find aupairs, nannies and parenting/time management advice.
W: www.bestbear.co.uk
Cyber Matrix
Scheduling and time management software.
W: www.cyber-matrix.com
DTI
Work and Families Act 2006.
W: www.dti.gov.uk/work-life
Effects of over working
A virtual resource that aims to raise awareness and promote discussion of work life balance issues, promote and disseminate best practice in achieving work-life balance and conduct research into working practices and issues.
W: www.worklifebalancecentre.org
Employers and Work-Life Balance
Employers for Work-Life Balance has been formed by an alliance of business leaders who believe that the introduction of work-life policies has benefited their organisation. The site offers benchmarking, resources,case studies and facts and figures.
T: 020 7004 7200
F: 020 7004 7111
E: contactcentre@theworkfounda
W: www.employersforwork-lifebalance.org.uk
Flexecutive
Flexworks consults, designs and supports flexible working practices, offers the widest possible range of recruitment services, and utilises state of the art technology which delivers unique results to find the right person for the job.
W: www.flexecutive.co.uk
Flexibility
They bring together research and opinion about innovations in employment practice, organisational development, technological change and public policy. 15 Geldart Street, Cambridge, CB1 2LX
T: 01223 304 792
F: 01223 304 855
E: info@hop.co.uk
W: www.flexibility.co.uk
Free fact sheet from 10 Downing Street
Work-life balance factsheet from the government, reviewing the benefits and options.
W: www.number-10.gov.uk
Great Places to Work
100 workplaces that have created especially great workplace environments.
W: http://greatplacetowork-europe.com/
Jasper Productivity Solutions
Time management, productivity and workflow seminars, and coaching by Jan Jasper. Articles on time management.
W: www.janjasper.com
Just 15 Minutes
Time management skills and training for the busy solo entrepreneur. Blog, articles and ezine with an archive.
W: www.just15minutes.com
Life Juggling
Has some useful articles on juggling work and life.
W: www.ivillage.co.uk
Lifestyle Management
Lifestyle management and concierge services. Practical help with your busy life.
W: www.cushiontheimpact.co.uk
Mark Forster
Time management tips from a time management coach Includes newsletter, articles, and recommended books.
W: www.markforster.net
McGhee Productivity Solutions
Helping individuals and companies using Microsoft Outlook become more productive using time management method and models through individual and group sessions.
W: www.mcgheeproductivity.com
Mind Tools
Articles and tools about how to use your time to its best effect.
W: www.mindtools.com/page5.html
Nannyjob
A free internet solution for jobs in the childcare section. The site includes a specimen contract, salary guide, taxation, directories, Childcare Act 1989 and much more.
W: www.nannyjob.co.uk
No More Clutter
No more clutter is a professional decluttering and organising service for home or office.
W: www.nomoreclutter.co.uk
Number 10
Work-life balance factsheet from the government, reviewing the benefits and options for work-life balance.
W: www.number-10.gov.uk/output/Page1440.asp
Organise it
Free organizing tips to help you find more space and time to boost your productivity.
W: www.organizeitbiz.com
Practical Parenting Advice
An award-winning website developed by Dr Andy Gill. The site offers free tips and support with over 100 printable parenting tips.
W: www.practicalparent.org.uk
Procrastination Help
Procrastination and time management articles and resources. Reviews of time management software and books on overcoming procrastination.
W: www.procrastinationhelp.com
Productivity Institute
Time management seminars, available worldwide, to increase your personal productivity and give you more time and balance for your personal life.
W: www.balancetime.com
Speed reading
High efficiency Skills trains you to manage various elements of life, including how to get through your pile of reading matter, managing your e-mail and managing pressure.
W: www.highefficiencyskills.com
Time Man
Tips, video clips, and information on time management training by Peter 'The Time Man' Turla.
W: www.timeman.com
Time Management Forums
Discussion board covering a vast range of time management topics and related issues.
W: www.timemanagementforums.com
Time Management Training Institute
DTime management training courses designed to help participants identify and overcome barriers.
W: www.timemanagementtraining.com
Time Shape
Helps you manage time through seminars, coaching, and tools, focusing on how to explore time as a means to much greater ends.
W: www.timeshape.org
Time Thoughts
Articles, resources and strategies focusing on time management, productivity, and goal setting.
W: www.timethoughts.com
Timeware (UK)
PC linked time recording and time management solutions.
W: www.timeware.co.uk
Total Success Training
Time management and assertiveness, stress management courses.
W: www.totalsuccess.co.uk
Work & Family
A global clearinghouse for work-life professionals. Produces monthly work-life news and trend digests.
W: www.workfamily.com
Working families
Organisation providing information for working parents and their employers on employment rights, childcare and flexible working. Runs Employer of the Year and Britain's Best Boss annual awards.
W: www.workingfamilies.org.uk

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