
Workplace Trends
Would your employees quit if you required them to work in the office 5 days a week?
A recent Pew Research Center survey reveals that nearly half (46%) of U.S. employees whose jobs can be performed remotely would consider leaving their positions if required to return to the office full time.
This sentiment is particularly strong among women (49% versus 43% of men) and workers under 50 (50% compared to 35% of those aged 50 and older). Additionally, those currently working entirely from home are more inclined to seek new employment if in-office work becomes mandatory.
Despite the push from some companies to reinstate traditional office settings, many workers value the flexibility of remote work and are resistant to returning to pre-pandemic norms.
Why This Matters
Understanding your team’s preference for remote or hybrid work is crucial for employers to understand and support, especially for those leading a multigenerational workforce.
For employers, it’s important to adapt to changing workplace expectations if you want to retain top talent and reduce turnover.
Employees increasingly value the flexibility to work from home as needed, citing improved work-life balance and reduced commuting stress. By acknowledging these preferences and exploring hybrid or remote work solutions, leaders can foster a healthy and happy work environment.
Next Steps
Creating a thriving remote culture takes thoughtfulness and innovation.
- Start by assessing current policies and updating them to align with employee preferences and industry standards
- Next, pilot flexible models based on employee feedback and adjust as needed
- Then, invest in technology, training, and support to equip your team with the tools and infrastructure they need to do their work in any setting
To read more from the survey results, click here.
What steps have you taken to create a thriving remote or hybrid work culture?
Shannon McAllister
Director of Operations | shannon@eaglecom.ca