Chapter 12 Work and Families Chapter 121 Work and Families Families do household and incomeproducing work The work can be assigned so that there is balance in family members lives The quality of family life and job performance are related ID: 917713
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Balance Workand Family Life
Chapter 12
Slide2Work and Families
Chapter 12.1
Slide3Work and Families
Families do household and income-producing work.
The work can be assigned so that there is balance in family members’ lives.
The quality of family life and job performance are related.
Slide4The Value of Work
Work is a valuable part of life:
Work brings purpose and order to each day
Work provides something worthwhile to do
Work provides income & other rewards
Work allows you to feel proud of a job well done.
Work can provide a sense of satisfaction or fulfillment for the contributions you make.
Slide5The Value of Work
Work ethic
is a set of values based on the moral virtues of hard work and diligence. It is an attitude that values hard work.
People with good
work ethic get
things done!
Slide6The Value of Work
There are two kinds of work for families:
Household Work
– work that must be done for the well-being of the people who live in the household.
Income-Producing Work
– This work provides money for needs and wants
Slide7The Value of Work
Household Work
–
Management skills for household work is similar to those for a business
Using resources wisely
Dealing with people
Scheduling
Cooperation
Visible Jobs: Meals, Cleaning,
Laundry, lawn care, maintenance...
Less-visible jobs: paying bills, cleaning refrigerator, planning meals
Slide8The Value of Work
Income-producing work
–
Amount of time required varies.
Full-time: more time, but benefits and money are greater; more expectations
Part-time: more flexibility, less time
In many families, more than one income is necessary.
Slide9The Value of Work
Who does the work?
Traditional pattern
Traditional pattern may not work!
Time available, skills
Single people do it
all
Because there is no one to share
!
All family members need
to share in the work of the family
Slide10The Value of Work
Assigning Family Jobs:
Sometimes influenced by tradition
Younger families are less tradition-bound
Time available and when it happens
Individual skills
Kids can make meaningful contributions
All family members need to share in household work!
Slide11The Value of Work
Communicating about household work:
Agree on the household tasks that need to be done.
Understand family members’ feelings and ideas about household work.
Listen to suggestions for improving the system of getting the work done.
Remain aware of time commitments
Support each other when there are problems
Know what to do when problems arise.
Slide12Jobs and Family Life
Income-producing jobs require a big time and energy commitment.
So does household work.
Combining the two is like having two full-time jobs!
Problems happen when one person bears more of the load than the other.
Slide13Jobs and Family Life
Family Life Affects Jobs:
Home pressures reduce work effectiveness
Family problems deplete emotional resources and cause distractions
Lack of Family Training – has not learned good work ethic, etc.
Slide14Jobs and Family Life
Jobs Affect Family Life:
Job Loss – loss of family income; stress and anxiety
Relocation – all family members may have to move
Work challenges – deplete emotional energy for home
Difficult Work Schedules – on call; conflicting work shifts; etc.
Work Stress – tight deadlines, sales goals
Slide15Jobs and Family Life
Need to balance Work and Family Life
Slide16Chapter Summary
Section 12.1 – Work and Families
Work is valuable for the income and satisfaction it brings.
A work ethic is a set of values based on the moral virtues of hard work and diligence.
Families do household work and income-producing work.
Who
does
each type of work can be a source of debate
in
families.
Most families share both types of work.
Men and women, however, tend to do different types of tasks. Match the person to the skill needed.Careers and family life affect each other.Problems and issues in one area will impact the other.
Slide17Managing Busy Lives
Chapter 12.2
Slide18Managing Busy Lives
Managing the work at home depends on management skills and sharing the work.
Families also use help from others to manage.
Slide19Employer Support
What is going to be the priority in your life?
Work or Family?
You and your employer may have different priorities
Most employers want their employees to be happy with their work
and
family life.
Slide20Employer Support
Work Schedules
8-5 Work schedules may create conflicts with family business (appointments, etc.)
Part-time work makes scheduling easier, but few benefits
Slide21Employer Support
Other options:
Flextime
– flexible working hours. Gives some control over time
Compressed Week – 4 ten hour days or 3 twelve-hour days…
Job Sharing – two people share the job – along with income & benefits
Slide22Employer Support
Workplace Policies:
Leave of absence – employer provides time off for specific reasons
Limiting transfers
Workplace assistance for
family problems
Can you think of any
other policy solutions?
Slide23Management at Home
A balanced life depends on how the work is shared at home.
Family members benefit when they each do their assigned jobs cheerfully.
Slide24Management at Home
Guidelines for Managing at Home
(p233)
List work to be done
Evaluate standards
Assign tasks to family members
Set up a schedule
Evaluate progress
Slide25Management at Home
Tools for Managing at Home
(p234)
A Family Calendar – accessible to all
Family Meetings – on a regular basis
Family Bulletin Board – for lists, etc
Family Message Center – notes, etc
Slide26Management at Home
Child Care
Stay-at-home parent
In-Home Care
Family child-care homes
Child-care centers
Slide27Management at Home
Other Tools for Child-Care
Adjusted Work Schedules
saves expenses
limits time as couple, family
After-school supervision
Transportation, cost
Employer Programs
Reimbursement
– companies pay back expenses
Child care centers on-site
Slide28Help from Others
Family Support Systems
Family, Friends, Neighbors
Just plain “help out”
Exchange time and services
Community Services
Commercial services
Agency / government services
Slide29Chapter Summary
Section 12.2 Managing Busy Lives
It takes help and support to manage busy lives.
Employers help when they offer options in work hours such as flexible hours, a compressed week, or job sharing.
Some companies have policies to assist families.
These may include leaves of absence or services to help with problems.
Families can use tools for managing, such as family
calendars,
meetings,
or bulletin boards.
Parents with children may need child care.
Support from others can help balance work and family lives.