# Prof. Lisa Leslie's research on flexible work schedules is featured

1 Faculty News September 22, 2014 ![Quartz logo](/sites/default/files/styles/246w/public/assets/images/con_038218.gif?itok=JIQPnzXd)>

Excerpt from [Quartz](http://qz.com/262263/the-complete-guide-to-flexible-work-that-doesnt-kill-your-career/) -- "Managers tend to think that using a flexible schedule to be more productive is good—a sign of commitment to the organization—according to [a study (pdf)](http://people.stern.nyu.edu/msanders/lesliepublications/leslieflexiblework2012.pdf?_ga=1.69457689.881703254.1410876961) from [Lisa Leslie](http://www.stern.nyu.edu/faculty/bio/lisa-leslie) at the University of Minnesota. But when employees seek such schedules to accommodate aspects of their personal life, they see it as a sign of low commitment and dedication."

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