#workplace-trends
#workplace-trends

Remote teams

The nine-to-five workday is dead, a recent study finds

Remote teams

The great RTO mandate pushback

Business

The most surprising workplace trends of 2025 (so far)

fromBored Panda

Digital life

81 Funny WFH Memes For Anyone Who Hasn't Worn Real Pants Since 2020

fromCity AM

WFH: Office workers in line for quicker promotions and higher pay

Employers are rewarding in-office work with higher pay and faster promotions, indicating a shift away from remote working.

Why CEOs Shouldn't Jump On The Return-To-Office Work Mandate Bandwagon

Organizations risk losing talent as many employees prefer remote or hybrid work options over returning to the office.

fromHR Brew

Remote teams

The nine-to-five workday is dead, a recent study finds

Remote teams

The great RTO mandate pushback

Business

The most surprising workplace trends of 2025 (so far)

fromBored Panda

Digital life

81 Funny WFH Memes For Anyone Who Hasn't Worn Real Pants Since 2020

fromCity AM

Remote teams

WFH: Office workers in line for quicker promotions and higher pay

Why CEOs Shouldn't Jump On The Return-To-Office Work Mandate Bandwagon

Organizations risk losing talent as many employees prefer remote or hybrid work options over returning to the office.

Remote teams

Younger employees like hybrid work, want their in-office time: Gallup

fromStartribune

US politics

Roper: Hennepin County's lax hybrid work policy deserves more scrutiny

Remote teams

Navigating Hybrid Work: 6 Trends For Career Success You Should Know

fromIEEE Computer Society

Remote teams

Over a quarter of workers in Britain engage in hybrid working, ONS finds

Information security

Security Service Edge(SSE): Powering the Modern Hybrid Workplace

Hybrid work has become commonplace, necessitating new security measures.

Security Service Edge (SSE) solutions are critical for hybrid work security.

fromYahoo Finance

Major WFH update for Aussie workers: 'Isn't going anywhere'

The trend of hybrid working is stabilizing in Australia, with fewer employers enforcing strict office mandates.

fromKOMO

Remote teams

Younger employees like hybrid work, want their in-office time: Gallup

fromStartribune

US politics

Roper: Hennepin County's lax hybrid work policy deserves more scrutiny

Navigating Hybrid Work: 6 Trends For Career Success You Should Know

Flexibility is now essential for career success in hybrid work environments.

Hybrid work continues to rise, with a significant portion of the workforce embracing multiple jobs.

fromIEEE Computer Society

Remote teams

Over a quarter of workers in Britain engage in hybrid working, ONS finds

Information security

Security Service Edge(SSE): Powering the Modern Hybrid Workplace

fromYahoo Finance

Remote teams

Major WFH update for Aussie workers: 'Isn't going anywhere'

Why is Gen Z embracing portfolio careers?

Young professionals are increasingly embracing portfolio careers, prioritizing flexibility and autonomy over traditional job security.

#employee-engagement

Business

Revenge quitting isn't a Gen Z problem. It's a leadership failure

fromeLearning Industry

Business

Revenge Quitting: Is This The New Workplace Trend Of 2025?

Remote teams

Your boss is not OK: How manager burnout is dragging down the entire workplace

Mental health

Losing your top talent to your competitors? 3 easy strategies to hold on to them

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.

Business

Revenge quitting isn't a Gen Z problem. It's a leadership failure

fromeLearning Industry

Business

Revenge Quitting: Is This The New Workplace Trend Of 2025?

Remote teams

Your boss is not OK: How manager burnout is dragging down the entire workplace

Mental health

Losing your top talent to your competitors? 3 easy strategies to hold on to them

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

5 Questions Leaders Should Be Asking Right Now: A Summer CEO Checklist For Smarter Talent Strategy

Leaders must focus on long-term employability and talent retention strategies during the summer slow-down.

#return-to-office

fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Careers

RTO Policies Get A Little Less Flexible

Non-profit organizations

Return to Office: What's Happening in the Nonprofit Sector and Why? - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

NYC real estate

The CEO of one of the largest office maintenance firms in America says employers are changing their workspaces in 4 key ways

fromAol

US politics

The list of major companies requiring employees to return to the office, from JPMorgan and TikTok to Amazon

fromInc

Remote teams

RTO Demands Are Up but Office Visits Are Down. Here's Why

Remote teams

Workers are fighting back against RTO mandates - as survey claims remote work really does make you more productive

fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Careers

RTO Policies Get A Little Less Flexible

Non-profit organizations

Return to Office: What's Happening in the Nonprofit Sector and Why? - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

NYC real estate

The CEO of one of the largest office maintenance firms in America says employers are changing their workspaces in 4 key ways

fromAol

US politics

The list of major companies requiring employees to return to the office, from JPMorgan and TikTok to Amazon

fromInc

RTO Demands Are Up but Office Visits Are Down. Here's Why

Employee preference for remote work continues to hinder office occupancy rates despite new return-to-office mandates.

Workers are fighting back against RTO mandates - as survey claims remote work really does make you more productive

Most workers resist mandates for full-time return to office (RTO), prioritizing flexibility and remote work arrangements.

more#return-to-office

fromConde Nast Traveler

Business Travel Is Evolving Faster Than Ever. We'll Help You Navigate It

According to a 2024 report from the World Travel & Tourism Council, global business travel has now surpassed pre-pandemic levels and was estimated to account for $1.5 trillion in spending last year alone.

Travel

Venture

4 weeks ago

How to understand the new work expectations of Gen Z

Generation Z values practicality in the workplace, often prioritizing work-life balance and efficiency over traditional career paths.

#microsoft

Tech industry

Microsoft Staff Told to Use AI More at Work: Report | Entrepreneur

Remote teams

I'm a Microsoft employee who meets with my manager less due to the Great Flattening. I view it as a career opportunity.

Tech industry

Microsoft Staff Told to Use AI More at Work: Report | Entrepreneur

Remote teams

I'm a Microsoft employee who meets with my manager less due to the Great Flattening. I view it as a career opportunity.

Productivity

Should we root for AI?

Artificial intelligence

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

fromSitePoint Forums | Web Development & Design Community

Artificial intelligence

Microsoft thinks AI colleagues are coming soon

Artificial intelligence

Have you personally seen people being replaced by AI

fromProductparty

Productivity

Should we root for AI?

Artificial intelligence

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.

Artificial intelligence

fromSitePoint Forums | Web Development & Design Community

Microsoft thinks AI colleagues are coming soon

Companies are transitioning from AI experimentation to integrating AI into business operations, with 2025 marked as the year of the 'Frontier Firm.'

Artificial intelligence

Have you personally seen people being replaced by AI

more#ai

fromZDNET

Business leaders continue to push workers toward daily use of AI

Daily AI usage among desk workers surged by 233% this year, leading to significant productivity and job satisfaction gains compared to non-users.

Digital life

#job-market

Startup companies

Stable careers are a myth and no one wants to be a leader: A new report reveals the depths of worker pessimism with corporate America

Tech industry

Your best bet for finding a new job could be looking at your old one

Tech industry

What To Expect From The Job Market As A Job Seeker In 2025

Startup companies

Stable careers are a myth and no one wants to be a leader: A new report reveals the depths of worker pessimism with corporate America

Tech industry

Your best bet for finding a new job could be looking at your old one

Tech industry

What To Expect From The Job Market As A Job Seeker In 2025

more#job-market

Flexibility Was The Promise. The Infinite Workday Is The Reality.

The workday has expanded infinitely due to blurred boundaries of work, despite greater flexibility.

#office-design

fromFacility Executive

Is The Open Office Failing Today's Workforce?

Today's office design increasingly clashes with employee needs, particularly in the hybrid workspace environment.

Offering flexible, well-designed workspaces can enhance employee productivity and well-being.

London

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.

fromFacility Executive

Is The Open Office Failing Today's Workforce?

Today's office design increasingly clashes with employee needs, particularly in the hybrid workspace environment.

Offering flexible, well-designed workspaces can enhance employee productivity and well-being.

London

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.

Goldman Sachs wants students to stop using ChatGPT in job interviews with the bank

AI job application tools can lead to disqualification by employers.

Startup companies

This Gen X CEO runs Eventbrite, the ticketing platform that has sold over two billion tickets-she loves Legos, hypnotherapy, and skin-care gadgets

Emma Burleigh covers success and entrepreneurship, focusing on careers and personal finance at Fortune.

#productivity

Productivity

This new 75/33 work hack will make your 9-to-5 feel easier, faster, and more productive than ever

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

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

fromFlowingData

Clocking out of work earlier

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

Productivity

This new 75/33 work hack will make your 9-to-5 feel easier, faster, and more productive than ever

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

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

fromFlowingData

Clocking out of work earlier

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

more#productivity

fromBusiness Matters

London's cafes and restaurants becoming the workplace of choice for city's entrepreneurs and micro-businesses

Emerging workspaces such as cafes are becoming essential for London entrepreneurs, highlighting a shift towards flexibility and social networking in business environments.

What is 'ghostworking'? Most employees say they regularly pretend to work

Ghostworking describes behaviors employees use to appear productive while actually disengaged.

More than half of U.S. workers admit to ghostworking regularly, often job searching during work hours.

European startups

How the Gig Economy Is Failing Businesses | Entrepreneur

The gig economy is increasingly seen as a source of operational risk rather than a solution.

fromClickUp

Top 10 Digital Workplace Trends in 2025 | ClickUp

AI-powered automation is transforming workflows by enabling teams to automate tasks like email writing and meeting summaries, resulting in enhanced productivity and efficiency.

Remote teams

fromTechCrunch

Google's 3D teleconferencing platform, now called Beam, will ship later in 2025 | TechCrunch

Google is rebranding its Project Starline to Google Beam, enhancing teleconferencing with 3D imaging technology and AI integration.

fromAnchorage Daily News

Freelancers are creating a structural shift in the workplace

Freelancer growth indicates a fundamental workplace shift prioritizing autonomy over traditional employment.

Employers are ditching remote work. Experts worry that's shortsighted.

Employers are reducing flexible work options and pay increases as talent acquisition strategies in 2024.

3 Keys To High-Performing Companies

Flexible work options attract top talent and can enhance employee satisfaction.

European startups

fromHR Dive

Employers are ditching remote work. Experts worry that's shortsighted.

Employers are reducing flexible work options and pay increases as talent acquisition strategies in 2024.

3 Keys To High-Performing Companies

Flexible work options attract top talent and can enhance employee satisfaction.

more#talent-acquisition

Parenting

How To Motivate Gen Z, A Generation That Wants More Work-Life Balance

Younger generations prioritize work-life balance and meaningful work over traditional views of employment.

fromQuartz

4 cities leading the way in returning to the office - and that are staying home

Office occupancy remains 30.7% lower than pre-pandemic levels, despite gradual returns to in-person work.

'Employees aren't having it': European workers are pushing back on the US-style 'always on' work culture - many are worried about the rise of 'hustle culture' and a third would quit if forced back to the office

European workers resist US corporate culture influence, favoring strong labor protections and work-life balance.

Big Tech's AI-powered message to staff: Do more with less

The companies that won recruited and retained the best talent. The result was a race to lavish employees with juicy salaries and huge stock awards.

Tech industry

Corporate Volunteering Is On The Rise-Here's Why That Matters Now

Corporate volunteering is a growing trend wherein businesses provide structured opportunities for employees to engage in community service, fostering connection and purpose.

Online Community Development

fromGOBankingRates

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.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Microsoft says these are the AI terms you need to know

Agent: An AI-powered system that can reason, plan, and act to complete tasks or entire workflows autonomously, with human oversight at key moments.

Artificial intelligence

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

Bringing the outdoors inside has been shown to boost mood, creativity, and mental clarity.

Remote teams

CEO of 8-Figure Company Says You Don't Need to Be an Expert for Your Business to Thrive - You Just Need This Mindset | Entrepreneur

Embracing versatility is crucial for entrepreneurs in an AI-driven economy.

fromBusiness Matters

Reinventing HR: Future Trends in Employment and Talent Management

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

fromeLearning Industry

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.

The office siren' is over: why gen Z are succumbing to dull workwear

The romanticization of corporate life is fading as economic concerns reshape workplace fashion.

Workers are shifting to conservative clothing styles in response to job market fears.

fromWRVO Public Media

COVID left a lasting mark on downtowns across New York

"So if you were to ask me, how is the office market doing, I would say, 'That depends. Where are you asking about?'" said Eric Simonds with CBRE Upstate NY.

NYC real estate

How to know if a shorter workday is best for your company

Flexibility and shorter workdays may be more feasible than a four-day workweek for many employees.

fromFuturism

fromGlobal Workplace Analytics

Scientist Says That ChatGPT Has a "Staggering" Gender Problem

The research indicates that women are 16 percentage points behind men in adopting ChatGPT, even among workers in similar job tasks.

Women in technology

3 years ago

About Us - Global Workplace Analytics

Kate Lister's role as president of Global Workplace Analytics emphasizes her influence on understanding remote work trends and optimizing telecommuting strategies globally.

Women in technology

NYC startup

fromThe San Francisco Standard