Flexible Working Hours

Paper Summary:

This research proposal aims to examine the following hypothesis: When employers encourage and empower employees to utilize flexible work hours, while simultaneously affording opportunities for employees to progress within the company, employees, as well as employers, most likely gain a predisposition to profit - literally and figuratively.

Table of Contents:
Abstract
II. Work - Work - Work
The Need for Flexible Working Hours
1.1 Aims and Objectives
Proposed Questions
1.2 Scope
1.3 Rationale
1.4 Background
II. Literature Review
A time to . . .
Sex Factors in/of FWHs
Flexible Work Options Questionnaire
Attitudes Regarding FWHs
FWHs in Politics
Value of a Worker
To Retain Qualified People
Steps to a Flexible Working Life
III. Methodology
The "Right" Kind of Atmosphere
3.1 Approach
3.2 Data Gathering Method
3.3 Validity of Data
3.4 Originality & Limitations of Data
3.5 Summary
Caring Is Key

From the Paper:

"The primary barrier that may prevent employees from using FWOs to their best advantage is financial as FWOs may entail reduced hours and subsequent income reduction. Variations that do not include financial penalties, however, may include parental leave; flex; educational pursuits; training; career's leave; telecommuting; etc. Employees, nevertheless, may hesitate to utilize these options if they think doing so will net unfavorable considerations. Lack of support from supervisors, and/or negative judgments or perceptions regarding an employee's work commitment may prevent them from utilizing FWHs."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Albion, Majella J. "A Measure of Attitudes towards Flexible Work Options." Australian Journal of Management 29.2 (2004): 275+.
• "Ad hoc flexible working could result in longer hours.", M2 Presswire, October 24, 2005.
• "Application of international labour standards, 2005: Report of the Committee of Experts on the Application of Conventions and Recommendations.(Application of International Labour Standards, 2005: Information Document on Ratifications and Standards-Related Activities)(Hours of Work: From Fixed to Flexible?)(Book Review)", International Labour Review, March 22, 2005.
• Bush, Janet. "Once, Bosses Sacked the Employees; Now, It's the Other Way Round: Employers, Abetted by the Government, Have Made Work So Unpleasant and Unattractive That Millions Have Started to "Casualise" Themselves. Janet Bush Reports." New Statesman 1 Jan. 2005: 49+.
• Clark, Anna. "Flexible working hours inevitable: there are some things business owners and employers can do to ready themselves before the introduction of flexible working hours legislation.(employment)", NZ Business, July 1, 2006.

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