Flexible Work Patterns (HSC SSCE Community and Family Studies): Flashcards
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What are flexible work patterns?
What are flexible work patterns?
Arrangements allowing changes in work schedule or location.
Define telecommuting.
Define telecommuting.
Working from home or outside the office using technology.
What is part-time work?
What is part-time work?
Jobs with fewer hours than full-time for personal time.
What is shift work?
What is shift work?
Work on a schedule outside the standard 9 to 5 hours.
How do flexible work patterns benefit employees?
How do flexible work patterns benefit employees?
They improve work-life balance and job satisfaction.
What drives demand for flexible work?
What drives demand for flexible work?
Technology, gig economy, and societal values on balance.
How do flexible patterns support parents?
How do flexible patterns support parents?
They help manage childcare responsibilities effectively.
What challenge does communication pose?
What challenge does communication pose?
It's tough without face-to-face meetings.
How can lack of oversight be managed?
How can lack of oversight be managed?
By setting clear goals and performance measures.
What is a strategy for work-home boundary issues?
What is a strategy for work-home boundary issues?
Encourage routines and set designated workspaces.