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“A job for life” into “A life of jobs”

John Gilbert (Business Consultant, Rochdale, Lancashire, UK)

Empowerment in Organizations

ISSN: 0968-4891

Article publication date: 1 September 1998

1997

Abstract

Compares old and new employment contracts, highlighting the benefits of the latter and advising on how new contracts can be built. Points out that employee commitment and loyalty depend on good leadership, training, communication and recognition. Finally puts forward an action list to guide organizations on the road towards continuous improvement and the ultimate goal of world‐class status.

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Gilbert, J. (1998), "“A job for life” into “A life of jobs”", Empowerment in Organizations, Vol. 6 No. 6, pp. 165-174. https://doi.org/10.1108/14634449810238634

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MCB UP Ltd

Copyright © 1998, MCB UP Limited

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