workplace

Remote Work is Critical for Women with Children

Workplace Trends The pandemic shutdowns forced millions of women to leave the workforce, due to factors such as loss of work, school closures, and loss of childcare. Now, as the economy stabilizes and labour sectors reopen, the numbers of women in the workforce are back to pre-pandemic levels. In fact, according to Insider, almost 78%

Time Off is Good for Your Health and Your Workplace

Workplace Trends Time away from work is important. It is time set aside to recharge, it helps reduce burnout, and it allows you to prioritize your well-being. So why do so many people skip their earned time off? The U.S. Travel Association reported that each year more than half of Americans give up paid days

Gen Z Workers Are Less Engaged

Workplace Trends During the pandemic, workplace satisfaction has shifted, especially among Gen Z. According to a Gallup survey, the percentage of disengaged individuals under 35 increased from 12% to 17% between 2019 and 2022. Young Millennial and Gen Z workers attribute their declining work engagement to factors such as insufficient care or developmental support, limited

Time Zone Bias and Remote Workers

Workplace Trends For all the positive aspects of remote working—living in less expensive cities, no commuting, relaxed dress code—there are drawbacks as well. A recent article from Business Insider points to time-zone bias and proximity prejudice as two ways remote workers are sometimes discriminated against. Some employees express feelings of exploitation, citing expectations of being

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Are you a Splitter or a Blender?

Workplace Trends With the uptick in hybrid and remote work, life and work are being blended more than ever before. However, blended workdays aren’t everyone’s preference, according to new research from Gallup. Workers in the United States were asked whether they preferred a job where work and life were separated, or one where work and

Are you a Splitter or a Blender?