Wednesday, July 23, 2008

Flexible work practices encouraged

Last month saw Businesses being encouraged to adopt flexible working practices for their staff thanks to Work Wise Week. The campaign was designed to illustrate the benefits of flexible working and the positive impact it can have on staff, businesses and the environment. According to Claire Darley, chief marketing officer for Adecco such schemes can help to:

- Create a more motivated workforce
- Reduce staff turnover as staff are less likely to leave if they have a healthy work-life balance
- Reduce the amount of money spent on sick pay, as staff working flexibly are less stressed, run down and demotivated at work
- Make cost savings in terms of office space and operations, as fewer staff will be in the office at a time
- Reduced road traffic pollution and congestion
- Ensure a greater allowance for people who may have otherwise found work difficult such as single parents and those with difficulties

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