A long – term study by the University of Cyril shows that the desire for part – time work rarely becomes a reality for men.
For the long-term analysis, data was assessed between 2004 and 2020. This allowed researchers to trace when men develop a desire for part – time work and if they actually do, reports Swissinfo.
Find: Each year, almost ten percent of full – time men express a desire to reduce their working hours, but only one in ten does so in reality (you can find the detailed results.
Development
With a partial employment rate of 40 per cent among all employed persons, Switzerland has the second highest rate within the OECD. By international comparison, Switzerland performs well.
The percentage of men working part-time has doubled since 2000, from about ten per cent to over 20 per cent. On the OECD average, this figure increased from only eight per cent to slightly less than 13 per cent during the same period.
Hurdles
The study identified professional norms as crucial factors. In professions strongly influenced by the ideals of the man who provides the family and a high expectations of professional devotion, few men developed a desire for part – time work or actually applied it.
Conversely, the number is on the rise in professional areas where the compatibility of work and private life is promoted.
Recognition of Study Authors
The study states that there has been a decline in the standard pattern of full – time employment and an increase in new working – time models.
According to research leader Jan Müller, conditions for men to reduce working hours are favourable in Germany. The full – time work week of nearly 42 hours makes it an attractive landing. Moreover, in view of high wages, this is often more realistic financially than in other countries.
The Surprising Example
An example of a change in standards is the medical profession. There, an increasing number of men are working part – time.
The man’s role as family head has lost significance there, while the labour-life balance has been given more weight. This surprised me in a profession known for hours of overtime, Müller was quoted as saying in the press release.
Overview
The study reveals mechanisms that contribute to the growth of part – time work on men. Müller stressed that realising the personal preferences of working time reduces stress and strengthens equality./Telegraphy/