Discussion Questions

What aspects of American culture could be considered in work$-$life balance arrangements in U$.$S$.-$based IKEA stores?

What potential cultural work$-$life and life$-$work conflicts can you identify in IKEA's approach to work$-$life balance in different countries?

Which of IKEA's work$-$life balance arrangements are innovative in the U$.$S$.$ context?

What are the implications of operating these arrangements for managers and employees in the company's U$.$S$.$ stores?