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Citation
Mallett O, Marks A & Skountridaki L (2020) Where does work belong anymore? The implications of intensive homebased working. Gender in Management: An International Journal. https://doi.org/10.1108/GM-06-2020-0173
Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of this ‘thought piece’ is to consider the everyday realities of homebased working and the implications for work during a global pandemic and beyond.
Approach: We present a conceptual framework for considering the domestic sphere as a social space and apply this framework to consider the existing evidence base on homebased working. In particular, we consider the implications of homebased working during and after the COVID-19 pandemic in terms of gender.
Findings: We identify key challenges in relation to flexibility, work intensification and socio-economic differences. Consideration of these areas highlights the potential pitfalls and challenges that are likely to persist as many organisations begin to plan for an increase in homebased working.
Originality: We argue that some commentators have been too quick to celebrate the apparent successes of the sudden, unplanned move to intensive homebased working. Important differences in occupation, gender and other socio-economic factors will have important implications for the experience of homebased working for many workers and their co-residents.
Keywords
Homebased working; telework; work-life balance; COVID-19
Notes
Output Status: Forthcoming/Available Online
Journal
Gender in Management: An International Journal
Status | In Press |
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Funders | UKRI UK Research and Innovation |
Publication date online | 07/09/2020 |
Date accepted by journal | 31/07/2020 |
URL | http://hdl.handle.net/1893/31510 |
ISSN | 1754-2413 |
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Professor of Entrepreneurship, Management, Work and Organisation