What is the quality of the work life environment in your company? The following survey provided by the Work and Family Connection will help provide a “case analysis” of the climate in your organization. Answers to the 20 questions will provide clear insights about your company’s position in the work-life area.
| Areee | Disagree | |
| 1. My manager or supervisor treats my work-life needs with sensitivity. | ||
| 2. It is usually easy for me to manage the demands of both work and home life. | ||
| 3. My career path at this company is limited because of the pressure of home life demands. | ||
| 4. My job at this company keeps me from maintaining the quality of life I want. | ||
| 5. My manager or supervisor is supportive when home life issues interfere with work. | ||
| 6. My manager or supervisor focuses on results, rather than the time I am at my desk. | ||
| 7. My manager or supervisor has a good understanding of flexible work hour practices. | ||
| 8. If I requested a flexible work arrangement, my manager or supervisor would support me. | ||
| 9. My manager or supervisor is often inflexible or insensitive about my personal needs. | ||
| 10. I believe my manager or supervisor treats me with respect. | ||
| 11. My manager or supervisor allows me informal flexibility as long as I get the job done. | ||
| 12. My manager or supervisor tends to treat us like children. | ||
| 13. My manager or supervisor seldom gives me praise or recognition for the work I do. | ||
| 14. My manager or supervisor seems to care about me as a person. | ||
| 15. I would recommend this company to others. | ||
| 16. The work I do is not all that important to this company’s success. | ||
| 17. If I could find another job with better pay, I would leave this organization. | ||
| 18. If I could find another job where I would be treated with respect, I would take it. | ||
| 19. If I could find another job where I could have more flexibility, I would take it. | ||
| 20. I am totally committed to this company. |
If your score is 18 to 20: Congratulations! Your organization is leading the nation in flexibility and supportiveness.
If your score is 14 to 17: Your organization is probably more supportive and flexible than most, but you have room to grow.
If your score is 11 to 13: You could be open to other job offers in the race for talent among employees.
If your score is 10 or less: Your managers will need help to manage the twenty-first- century workforce.
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