"The pandemic led to new work norms like hybrid and four-day work weeks. A Telus Health survey found 63% of workers felt burned out, highlighting the need for flexibility. Adopting flexible work models can boost wellbeing, productivity and help retain talent."
"A New Year's resolution New Zealand should get behind is catching up to the changes in the world of work. The pandemic rewrote the rulebook which helped lead to businesses worldwide embracing greater flexibility. New norms have emerged, such as hybrid working and four-day work weeks."
Pandemic-driven shifts created new work norms, including hybrid schedules and four-day work weeks. A Telus Health survey reported 63% of workers felt burned out, underscoring an urgent need for greater flexibility. Employers adopting flexible work models can improve employee wellbeing and increase productivity. Flexibility also strengthens talent retention by meeting employee expectations for work-life balance and reducing burnout risks. Businesses worldwide have already begun embracing these models, changing hiring and operational practices. New Zealand is urged to accelerate adoption of flexible arrangements to align with global trends and to support workforce health and competitive performance.
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