Running Head: WORK SCHEDULES AND METHODS.
The modern workplace has given rise to a variety of work schedules that provide flexibility for both workers and management. Compressed work schedules, job sharing, telecommuting, and flexible scheduling are all common practices in the workplace. Management has played a large role in the implementation of these practices since it has proven beneficial in terms of worker productivity, loyalty to the company, and reduced sick days and time off. Workers have benefited by having more "quality- family time, increased personal time, and more authority over their own schedules. Though there are problems associated with each of the practices, supervisors and managers have found that when these practices are properly implemented, morale and worker productivity have risen. .
Flexible Work Schedules and Methods.
Today's work environment is a challenging one for supervisors and managers. Attitudes, traditions, and unique family arrangements have impacted the modern workplace in many ways. Some of these include productivity, effectiveness, and efficiency. To add to these concerns, management must deal with individual problems that impact the morale and dedication of an entire work force. These issues impact the workplace in many ways other than just the productivity of an individual worker. The issue truly lies in the ways and means supervisors and managers must attempt to focus each individual worker's traits to the goals and visions of the company that they work for. Many elements exist to help management to accomplish these goals. Coaching, feedback, appraisal, and goal setting are used in the modern workplace to good benefit. One problem associated with all of these is the fact that they are directive in nature. This means that the worker has little say in these issues; therefore, they may not agree with the goals of management or have the dedication to follow through with those demands.
