Benefits Think Don’t expect Netflix to start a trend

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The news yesterday that Netflix will offer one year paid leave for new parents was everywhere. A piece on NBC News last night trumpeted the news as another example of high profile employers “leading the way” on progressive employment practices. But is this the beginning of a trend, or the forefront of new regulations or standard for all employers? I doubt it.

Also see: “Netflix offers new parents up to a year of parental leave.

David C. Smith
Vice President

Smith is vice president of Ebenconcepts, one of the Southeast's largest benefits consulting firms. He has nearly 20 years of experience in employee benefits with regulatory, business and industry … Read full bio


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