Chapter 4 The Value of Expertise
As you explore family-friendly work options, you may find that more opportunities exist in professional jobs. That is, positions requiring a higher level of expertise tend to lend themselves better to flexible work. Even within the world of “blue collar” work, the more flexible work options go to more experienced workers or those with stronger skills. This does not mean you must be climbing the career ladder to the top of your company to get an alternate work schedule. It does, however, mean that the more expertise you have, the more likely you will get the work arrangement you desire.
How Expertise Leads to Family-Friendly
A high level expertise can lead to a more flexible work arrangement for a few reasons. ...
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