Far more men than women, prefer to work at home via the Internet and are willing to donate part of their salaries for more flexible working hours. That is the conclusion reached by researchers from the United States.
They found that 12% of male workers are willing to make a substantial income limit, just to be able to start and finish work at a time when it is convenient. Among women shows a similar willingness to only 6%. In general, these people are willing to reduce earnings up to 10%, how important is it so called flexible working hours .
Among those who are most willing of this schedule, young people aged 18 to 34 years. There's willing to donate part of their salaries as much as 15%. But among those who are older than 35 years, is ready to go for only 5%.
"The fact that workers of all ages agree to reduce wages in exchange for flexible working hours and mobility is very important - said Mom Corps founder Allison O'Kelly, who led the study. - Especially now, given the current economic climate and record levels of unemployment. "
More than half of parents surveyed say they prefer to work on a standard schedule of 5 days per week for 8 hours. 62% of respondents said they believe flexible working a significant advantage when choosing a new job.
The study involved 1071 people, among whom were 345 working parents. As shown by the latest statistics, the number of remote workers (facing the work online at home ) In recent years has increased almost 300%. These people are ready to give even the traditional social safety nets such as hospital and holidays for mobility.
Psychology
Go back to the main page
No comments:
Post a Comment