The best way for companies to cut attrition levels is to offer their staff more flexible options, such as working from home, a recent report has revealed.
A survey of almost 700 employees by recruitment firm Hays found that majority of people think that flexible working improved work-life balance, often taking it into account when choosing a job.
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Over one-third of public sector staff said their employer encouraged flexible working, compared with just 18 per cent in private firms.
"Employers and their staff see flexible working policies as a positive move but more needs to be done to make sure these are implemented in the workplace," the Scotsman quoted Charles Logan, director at Hays, as saying.
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"Our research indicates that employers offer flexible working options to support their employees, with a comparatively small number saying they adopt flexible working simply to conform to current legislation," he added.
TUC General Secretary Brendan Barber said: "The right to request flexible working is not only proving popular with employees, this survey shows it offers business benefits such as better morale and staff retention."
Source: ANI
Employee Absenteeism may be Reduced by Worksite Wellness Programs
A study that found reduced absenteeism among employees participating in a large-scale worksite wellness program will be presented by Emory University researchers
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"Our research indicates that employers offer flexible working options to support their employees, with a comparatively small number saying they adopt flexible working simply to conform to current legislation," he added.
TUC General Secretary Brendan Barber said: "The right to request flexible working is not only proving popular with employees, this survey shows it offers business benefits such as better morale and staff retention."
Source: ANI
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What's more, the highest rate of absence by far occurs in January, the study added.
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