Gen Y employees must balance their salary with a "host of expenses", it has been said.

Firms should be given a government grant to help cover the cost of lifestyle benefits, it has been argued.

Offering flexible benefits to staff is a small change which could make a big difference, it has been argued.

Firms which bring in project workers may find that skills audits aid retention.

Allowing social network usage is a popular way of keeping employees engaged - but they must be aware of safe practice.

Employers who offer flexible benefits are more likely to attract and retain talented staff.

People who work from home enjoy the lifestyle benefits it brings.

Employers have been urged to allow flexible working during summer sports.

Labour Party leadership candidate Ed Miliband has called for all workers to be given flexible benefits.

Allowing numerous departments to contribute to employee communications can reduce HR admin burden.