Need for companies to offer work-family balance programs

  1. Why is there a need for companies to offer work-family balance programs such as flex-time, telecommuting, and job sharing?
  2. Of the three programs discussed above, which would be the most important program for you personally when deciding whether or not to join an employer? Why?
  3. Some organizations do not believe in offering any of these work-life balance programs. What do you think their reasoning is? Explain.