How to alleviate the negative impact of pay cuts and freezes : Improving work-life balance to boost employee morale

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Organizations that implement pay cuts or freezes risk significant damage to the morale of affected employees. The negative impact on their work-life conflict can be mitigated by clear explanation of the reasons to justify this action and enabling employees to engage in practices that enhance employee work-life balance. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.