#workplace-trends
#workplace-trends

Portland pushes return to office as in-person work surges

The return-to-office trend has intensified, with a significant rise in in-person work reported in 2024.

Employers are leveraging their strengthened position to mandate employee returns to the office.

Remote teams

These are the legal risks of bringing workers back to the office

Employers are enforcing strict return-to-office policies post-pandemic, despite employee pushback and workspace challenges.

fromFacilities Dive

1 day ago

Remote teams

Return to office policies create real estate cost efficiencies

Companies implementing return-to-office (RTO) policies saw reduced per-employee rent costs.

"Office-moons" resulted in significant decreases in office occupancy ahead of RTO.

fromForbes

How RTO Mandates Are Increasing In-Office Work Trends

RTO mandates influence companies' return-to-office policies and employee expectations for flexible work.

Portland

fromAxios

Portland pushes return to office as in-person work surges

The return-to-office trend has intensified, with a significant rise in in-person work reported in 2024.

Employers are leveraging their strengthened position to mandate employee returns to the office.

Remote teams

These are the legal risks of bringing workers back to the office

Employers are enforcing strict return-to-office policies post-pandemic, despite employee pushback and workspace challenges.

fromFacilities Dive

1 day ago

Remote teams

Return to office policies create real estate cost efficiencies

Companies implementing return-to-office (RTO) policies saw reduced per-employee rent costs.

"Office-moons" resulted in significant decreases in office occupancy ahead of RTO.

more#return-to-office

Office workers are now clocking out at 4:39 p.m. on average

Corporate employees are ending their workday earlier while productivity has increased.

Employees at remote-friendly jobs are working from home nearly half the time

American workplaces have adapted to a new rhythm in remote and hybrid work five years after the COVID-19 pandemic.

fromInc

Workers Are Coming to Offices Less in 2025 Despite Rise In RTO Orders

In 2025, despite C-suite pressure, employee return to office rates have decreased rather than improved.

fromPhys

New survey indicates work-from-home is here to stay

Most executives don't plan to mandate a return to the office within the next year.

Major companies are maintaining remote work policies despite some RTO mandates.

fromComputerworld

Electronic employee monitoring reaches an all-time high

Increased remote employee monitoring reflects deepening mistrust between companies and workers.

fromYourTango

Workers Are Retaliating Against RTO Mandates By 'Task Masking' To Fake Productivity

Workers resist return-to-office mandates by faking productivity, highlighting widespread discontent with RTO policies despite workers' unwillingness to quit their jobs.

Office workers are now clocking out at 4:39 p.m. on average

Corporate employees are ending their workday earlier while productivity has increased.

Employees at remote-friendly jobs are working from home nearly half the time

American workplaces have adapted to a new rhythm in remote and hybrid work five years after the COVID-19 pandemic.

fromInc

Workers Are Coming to Offices Less in 2025 Despite Rise In RTO Orders

In 2025, despite C-suite pressure, employee return to office rates have decreased rather than improved.

fromPhys

New survey indicates work-from-home is here to stay

Most executives don't plan to mandate a return to the office within the next year.

Major companies are maintaining remote work policies despite some RTO mandates.

fromComputerworld

Electronic employee monitoring reaches an all-time high

Increased remote employee monitoring reflects deepening mistrust between companies and workers.

fromYourTango

Workers Are Retaliating Against RTO Mandates By 'Task Masking' To Fake Productivity

Workers resist return-to-office mandates by faking productivity, highlighting widespread discontent with RTO policies despite workers' unwillingness to quit their jobs.

Clocking out of work earlier

Shorter workdays can enhance productivity, according to ActivTrak's research.

Online learning

Silicon Valley real estate

The Future Of L&D: Tackling Emerging Trends And Obstacles In 2025

L&D must adapt by embracing technology, proving ROI, engaging diverse learners, and addressing learning fatigue as it evolves through 2025.

fromCbsnews

Plano sees record demand for office space that makes workers want to leave home

The demand for office space is rising as companies adapt to post-pandemic workplace needs.

Digital life

fromThred Website

Gen Z and the masterful art of 'taskmasking' - Thred Website

The rise of 'taskmasking' is influencing hybrid work culture, showing a blend of professional tasks with personal engagement.

Employers are increasingly abandoning hybrid work models in favor of traditional office presence, citing enhanced employee engagement.

Gen Z is more fed up with work than ever

Only 31% of employees were engaged at work last year, with a significant decline among younger employees.

Mental health

fromwww.mercurynews.com

In the rapidly shifting world of work, many employees are unclear what's expected of them

Many workers feel disconnected and unclear about job expectations post-pandemic.

fromFlowingData

Clocking out of work earlier

Shorter workdays can enhance productivity, according to ActivTrak's research.

Online learning

Silicon Valley real estate

The Future Of L&D: Tackling Emerging Trends And Obstacles In 2025

L&D must adapt by embracing technology, proving ROI, engaging diverse learners, and addressing learning fatigue as it evolves through 2025.

fromCbsnews

Plano sees record demand for office space that makes workers want to leave home

The demand for office space is rising as companies adapt to post-pandemic workplace needs.

Digital life

fromThred Website

Gen Z and the masterful art of 'taskmasking' - Thred Website

The rise of 'taskmasking' is influencing hybrid work culture, showing a blend of professional tasks with personal engagement.

Employers are increasingly abandoning hybrid work models in favor of traditional office presence, citing enhanced employee engagement.

Gen Z is more fed up with work than ever

Only 31% of employees were engaged at work last year, with a significant decline among younger employees.

Mental health

fromwww.mercurynews.com

In the rapidly shifting world of work, many employees are unclear what's expected of them

Many workers feel disconnected and unclear about job expectations post-pandemic.

more#employee-engagement

#ai

fromIT Pro

6 days ago

Microsoft: get used to working with AI-powered "digital colleagues"

AI agents are becoming essential colleagues in the workplace, requiring workers to adapt by managing them effectively.

fromBusiness Matters

Privacy professionals

Reinventing HR: Future Trends in Employment and Talent Management

Technology is fundamentally changing HR practices, making adaptation essential for effective talent management.

fromIT Pro

6 days ago

Microsoft: get used to working with AI-powered "digital colleagues"

AI agents are becoming essential colleagues in the workplace, requiring workers to adapt by managing them effectively.

fromBusiness Matters

Privacy professionals

Reinventing HR: Future Trends in Employment and Talent Management

Technology is fundamentally changing HR practices, making adaptation essential for effective talent management.

more#ai

fromGOBankingRates

1 week ago

Media industry

5 Professions Most Likely To Have a Side Hustle, According To LinkedIn

Side hustles are common among U.S. workers, with 31% engaging in additional income opportunities beyond their primary jobs.

1 week ago

Microsoft says these are the AI terms you need to know

By 2025, businesses will integrate AI into core operations rather than just experimenting with it.

#office-design

London

fromwww.theguardian.com

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

It felt like a big call': the property boss who bet workers would return to the office and won

The future office must accommodate diverse work styles with engaging spaces and outdoor areas post-pandemic.

Remote teams

How to design a productive office space that boosts employee engagement - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Employee experience is critical in recruiting and retaining top talent, transcending mere financial compensation.

London

fromwww.theguardian.com

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

It felt like a big call': the property boss who bet workers would return to the office and won

The future office must accommodate diverse work styles with engaging spaces and outdoor areas post-pandemic.

#learning-and-development

Remote teams

How to design a productive office space that boosts employee engagement - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Employee experience is critical in recruiting and retaining top talent, transcending mere financial compensation.

more#office-design

fromAdobe

Artificial intelligence

Emerging Learning and Development Trends: Adapting to the Future | eLearning

Adopting innovative L&D trends boosts employee performance and aligns training with business goals.

Online learning

10 Trends That Will Shape L&D In 2025

L&D strategies must evolve into strategic enablers of business transformation, becoming integral to daily routines rather than traditional training programs.

fromAdobe

Artificial intelligence

Emerging Learning and Development Trends: Adapting to the Future | eLearning

Adopting innovative L&D trends boosts employee performance and aligns training with business goals.

more#learning-and-development

Online learning

10 Trends That Will Shape L&D In 2025

L&D strategies must evolve into strategic enablers of business transformation, becoming integral to daily routines rather than traditional training programs.

Women in technology

fromFuturism

Scientist Says That ChatGPT Has a "Staggering" Gender Problem

ChatGPT has a significant gender gap in adoption, with women trailing men by 16 percentage points.

fromZDNET

Employers want workers with AI skills, but what exactly does that mean?

Growing demand for AI skills in tech jobs reflects workplace evolution.

AI-related tech positions have doubled in demand over recent years.

#productivity

fromTech.co

Tech industry

Study: Four-Day Workweek Momentum Rises Year on Year

38% of senior leaders are open to a four-day workweek, up from 23% last year.

Only 14% of companies currently have a four-day workweek in place.

Interest in the four-day workweek is increasing among business leaders.

fromTechRadar

Remote teams

Thousands of UK workers might now get a four day work week

200 UK companies have adopted a four-day work week to enhance productivity and employee well-being.

Remote teams

Bosses are keeping tabs on their employees more than ever

Employee surveillance tools are increasingly adopted by employers to monitor productivity.

Demand for employee monitoring software surged significantly during the pandemic.

Miscellaneous

200 UK firms have now adopted a four-day working week - and Brits are convinced it will become the norm within five years

The four-day work week is increasingly favored in the UK, with positive results for employee productivity and wellbeing.

Tech industry

fromTech.co

Study: Four-Day Workweek Momentum Rises Year on Year

38% of senior leaders are open to a four-day workweek, up from 23% last year.

Only 14% of companies currently have a four-day workweek in place.

Interest in the four-day workweek is increasing among business leaders.

fromTechRadar

Remote teams

Thousands of UK workers might now get a four day work week

200 UK companies have adopted a four-day work week to enhance productivity and employee well-being.

Remote teams

Bosses are keeping tabs on their employees more than ever

Employee surveillance tools are increasingly adopted by employers to monitor productivity.

Demand for employee monitoring software surged significantly during the pandemic.

Miscellaneous

200 UK firms have now adopted a four-day working week - and Brits are convinced it will become the norm within five years

The four-day work week is increasingly favored in the UK, with positive results for employee productivity and wellbeing.

Employees are dead set on flexible working arrangements - three quarters would turn down a role that didn't offer hybrid options as work-life balance becomes more important than pay

Work-life balance is prioritized over salary in job decisions among workers.

Flexible working options have become essential in retaining talent.

Remote teams

'They're unhappy with the core elements of their career': UK workers are fed up with their current roles, so they're moving to greener pastures for bigger salaries and better job security

A third of UK workers are considering leaving their jobs due to dissatisfaction with salaries and job security.

Employees are dead set on flexible working arrangements - three quarters would turn down a role that didn't offer hybrid options as work-life balance becomes more important than pay

Work-life balance is prioritized over salary in job decisions among workers.

Flexible working options have become essential in retaining talent.

Remote teams

'They're unhappy with the core elements of their career': UK workers are fed up with their current roles, so they're moving to greener pastures for bigger salaries and better job security

A third of UK workers are considering leaving their jobs due to dissatisfaction with salaries and job security.

more#job-satisfaction

fromwww.cnbc.com

Remote teams

Gen Z workers feeling isolated by tech are craving more in-person interaction: survey

Gen Z seeks more in-person interactions for professional growth and interpersonal skills despite their familiarity with technology.

fromwww.bbc.com

Why employees smuggle AI into work

Many employees use personal AI tools at work without IT permission, leading to potential challenges with company policies.

Knowledge workers increasingly prefer flexible AI options that adapt to rapidly changing tech landscapes.

Bosses are done caring how you feel

Return-to-office mandates indicate a decline in managerial empathy for employees post-pandemic, as companies prioritize authority and performance over worker well-being.

fromianVisits