Due to the global pandemic, a lot of employees have experienced flexibility in regards to theirs working hours a workplace. Research* shows that two thirds of employees want to keep at least to some extent the autonomy and to be able to adapt their working place and hours. A recent metaanalytic study shows that flexible work arrangements are associated with better physical health, fewer somatic symptoms and reduced absenteeism.**
For teams, this poses a special challenge, especially if each member can individually change when and where they work.
* Statista, 2020
** Shifrin, N. V., & Michel, J. S. (2021). Flexible work arrangements and employee health: A meta-analytic review. Work & Stress, 1–26.
