FLEXIBLE WORKING AND EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT: A POTENTIAL DRIVER FOR EMPLOYEE’S EFFECTIVENESS IN NIGERIAN SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISEs.

Abstract

This article discussed the nature and benefits of flexible working as a precursor for creating employee engagement which could encourage employee’s effectiveness within the small and medium enterprises. Due to the current awareness and focus given to SMEs in developing countries, particularly Nigeria, the paper strived to bring forth the importance and contribution of flexible towards the growth of SMEs and the resulting effects on the nation’s economy. DESIGN /METHODOLOGY /APPROACH – The paper presented a conceptual discussion of the interrelated ideas evident within the concept of flexible working and employee engagement. Research examples from the UK are used to underscore the article’s arguments. FINDINGS - This paper crystallized how, within this conception, flexible working could be utilized to increase SMEs productivity and encourage their longevity within the dynamic context they operate.