How managers deal with "top sharing and part time
One in five managers in Switzerland works part-time. Although flexible working time models are becoming increasingly popular, prejudices and role patterns prevent their widespread use. The latest white paper from Careerplus shows the advantages of flexible working hours and how they can be implemented in the company.
Careerplus shows how managers deal with part-time work. Flexible working time models make it easier for women to reach management positions and for men to work part-time. Although the need for flexible working time and location is undisputed, corresponding working time models are only being accepted in a few companies. Only just one in five employees in management or with a supervisor function worked part-time in 2015 - women almost five times more often than men.
Prejudices in circulation
Prejudices, old role patterns and traditional leadership ideas prevent women and part-time positions from gaining acceptance at management level. "The hurdles often lie in the minds of those in charge," says organizational consultant Julia K. Kuark. If you don't work full time, you're not one hundred percent committed to the company, is a widespread belief. On the other hand, various studies show that flexible working time models are worthwhile for companies in many ways.
Not only does their introduction increase job satisfaction, motivation and productivity of employees, they also increase the attractiveness of the company on the labor market and reduce fluctuation costs and absenteeism. What exactly does a company need to consider if it wants to promote flexible working hours? The white paper contains practical examples and tips, as well as study results and links to helpful websites.
"The culture change at the highest level"
Opening up to flexible working time models as a company is a continuous process that must first be initiated by the top management. Only if awareness and acceptance of the changed work requirements are created at the highest level can corresponding efforts bear fruit.
Careerplus advises employers to first rethink the corporate culture before moving forward with steps such as workplace design, employee training or technology updates. "Culture change needs to be exemplified at the highest level," says Jacqueline Scheuner, co-managing director of Careerplus. Learn how leading part-time works at Careerplus in the white paper.
The white paper "Career despite part-time? Flexible working time models in management" (free of charge) can be found at here
