Flexi-work has always been more about the nature of the job than the size of the company, say SUSS’ Sherwin Chia and Charissa Tan.
from Dec 1, there is one inevitable reaction: Those working in small- and medium-sized enterprises can forget about it.
There will be some jobs where implementing flexible work arrangements will be difficult, even in large companies. But SMEs should not categorically dismiss the feasibility of flexible work arrangements because of these reasons. SMEs that make the effort to be flexible as part of their talent retention strategy can appear more competitive.
Research suggests that flexible work increases employees’ productivity and organisational commitment through social exchange. SME bosses who prefer the status quo and see flexible work arrangements as a burden - rather than a potential lever to attract, engage and retain talent - may find themselves missing out.Commentary: More than parent care leave, employers must provide supportive culture for working caregiversThe new guidelines won’t change the minds of all business owners overnight.
To convince hesitant employers that flexible work arrangements can work without jeopardising business outcomes and competitive advantage, employees must show they can achieve work objectives equally well.But it is a reality that running a business is not easy. Well-intentioned SMEs will still likely struggle finding flexible work arrangements that are a win-win for everyone.
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