Bosses are fighting a new battle in the RTO wars: It’s not about where you work, but when you work
Yahoo••business
Key Points:
- The primary workplace conflict in 2025 has shifted from location ("where" to work) to time ("when" to work), with employees demanding greater autonomy over their schedules despite widespread acceptance of hybrid work models.
- Work–life balance has become the top priority for 65% of global office workers, surpassing salary, as employees seek control over their time rather than just their work location.
- A significant "flexibility gap" exists, with 57% of employees believing flexible hours would improve their quality of life but only 49% having access to such benefits, putting the psychological contract between workers and employers at risk.
- Burnout is a critical issue, affecting nearly 40% of office workers and strongly linked to
