Year: 2004
Type: dissertation
Abstract: This study looked at three organizations that have recently introduced work life balance into their culture.What role culture plays in the implementation and continuous development and sustainability of work life balance in organizations was the reason for this study.Interviews were conducted at all three organizations with individuals from all levels of the organizations.It was discovered that culture, through the mechanisms of psychological contracting, managerial support, and effective communication plays a significant role in the implementation, development, and sustainability of work life balance.These mechanisms of change facilitate a culture that supports work life balance.Despite the support of work life balance, as with any change initiative, resistance was discovered.Resistance was looked at from the perspective of employees: 1) not knowing about the changes, 2) not being able to participate in the changes, and 3) not being willing to be involved in the changes.In these organizations resistance was best mitigated by constant and effective communication.
Source: Summit (Simon Fraser University)
Author: Sunshine Dawn Willms
Language: English
Subfield: Sociology and Political Science
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W2121489585