Introduction
It is 1:00 P.M. on a Tuesday and you have been at work since 9:00 A.M. You decide that the rest of your work day will be finished in the comfort of your own home while you savor your favorite ice cream and sit in your overstuffed chair. You instantly stand up and turn your computer off, set your phone to voicemail, and proceed to grab your belongings and say your goodbye’s. You do not have to ask permission, you are the captain of your ship. For some, this is a reality. For others it is only a wish. Organizations that move past the old paradigms of face time equating to profits will benefit greatly for their smart investments.
In this paper, organization culture will be defined. This research will show why organizations must realize the potential of implementing a work-life strategy. There are many benefits to this structure. Organizations must accept corporate social responsibility in order to succeed.
The business definition of Organizational Culture is the combined beliefs, values, ethics, procedures, and atmosphere of an organization. The culture of an organization is often expressed as “The way we do things around here” and consists of largely unspoken values, norms, and behaviors that become the natural way of doing things (BNET Business Dictionary). The potential of implementing a work-life culture is upon us. No longer can organizations turn a deaf ear. They will be left behind on the ladder of success.
Organizations across all industries and professions that do not make smart investments in a work-life culture will not have a competitive advantage i ...