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Reconceptualizing the nature and consequences of part-time work
1College of Business Administration, University of South Carolina, Columbia 29208.
Academy of Management Review. Academy of Management
|December 10, 1989
Summary
This study explores how part-time work affects employee attitudes and behaviors. It proposes a framework to understand varied outcomes based on employment type, work context, and demographics.
Area of Science:
- Organizational Behavior
- Human Resource Management
- Sociology of Work
Background:
- Part-time employment is a growing segment of the workforce.
- Understanding its impact on employees is crucial for organizations and individuals.
- Existing research offers varied perspectives on the consequences of part-time work.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a theoretical framework for analyzing the effects of part-time work on employee attitudes and behaviors.
- To propose hypotheses explaining how different part-time arrangements, work contexts, and demographics influence employee experiences.
- To identify future research directions and methodological considerations in the study of part-time employment.
Main Methods:
- Theoretical analysis and framework development.
- Hypothesis generation based on existing literature and theory.
- Conceptual exploration of moderating and mediating variables.
Main Results:
- A comprehensive theoretical framework is presented.
- Specific hypotheses are outlined regarding the differential impacts of various part-time work facets.
- Key factors influencing part-time worker experiences are identified.
Conclusions:
- The proposed framework offers a nuanced understanding of part-time work's consequences.
- Further empirical research is needed to test the presented hypotheses.
- Methodological advancements are essential for robust future studies on part-time employment.
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