Long story short: Who actually wants to return to work?

By Alyssa Place, This is my expertise
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Employers and employees have reached an impasse when it comes to navigating post-COVID worklife.

As employers push for a return to the physical workplace, employees are more resistant than ever: 54% of employees would leave their current role if not given flexibility around where and when they work, according to a survey by Ernst and Young.

More than a year into the coronavirus pandemic, employers and employees are searching for an answer: What does the future of work have in store? Despite agreeing a return will be gradual, these populations disagree on important points concerning the cadence of remote work and how to support a workplace in flux.

Bridging this communication gap will require continuous conversations about the role of technology, supportive employee benefits and safety strategies to ensure that business can thrive and employees can bring their best selves to work.

Alyssa Place
Editor-in-chief

Alyssa Place is the editor-in-chief of Employee Benefit News and has been with the team since 2019. Her work covers mental health, DEI, women at work, financial wellness, retirement and workplace … Read full bio


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