Curious about benefits for working parents - what do firms offer that you appreciate, what do you wish they offered? (Limited travel, longer maternity leave, etc.)

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As an FA, I appreciate the flexibility of my time. I can do really meetings and still make it to 4:30 music classes at church with my kids. I love being able to step out for Dr's appointments for myself and the kids without punching a clock. I work hard, so I appreciate a career that trusts my work ethic and doesn't try to make me prove it.

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Tangible benefits: we have short and long term disability, a great profit sharing plan, and a really phenomenal work environment. Great management is priceless. If I were still under traditional benefits, I think sick days vs general PTO is always nice. And bereavement days for certain family members is nice too.

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