benefits and limitations of part-time and full-time employees
Part-Time Employees
Benefits to a Business
Greater flexibility – hours can be adjusted easily.
Useful during busy periods – staff can be scheduled only when needed.
Extended opening hours – easier to cover evenings and weekends.
Lower wage expectations – suits students and parents with childcare duties.
Reduced labour costs – less pay and fewer benefits than full-time staff.
Easier redundancy (in some countries) – simpler to reduce workforce if needed.
Limitations to a Business
Lower commitment – employees may view the job as temporary.
Less training motivation – not always interested in long-term skill development.
Higher recruitment time – two part-timers may be needed instead of one full-timer.
Poor communication – harder to reach staff when they’re not at work.
Limited promotion prospects – less experience and skill development.
Higher staff turnover – more likely to leave for another job.
Full-Time Employees
Benefits to a Business
Higher commitment and loyalty to the organisation.
More skilled and experienced due to continuous work.
Better communication – employees are present more often.
More willing to train and develop professionally.
Easier workforce planning – fixed and reliable working hours.
Stronger promotion potential – broader experience gained.
Limitations to a Business
Higher costs – salaries, benefits, and training expenses.
Less flexibility in working hours.
Harder to adjust staff numbers during quiet periods.
Less suitable for short peak times only.