In 2024, the workplace sees a resurgence of "office peacocking," where companies entice employees back with lavish office perks.
However, data shows that many prefer flexibility, with 62% willing to take pay cuts for hybrid work. Despite 66% returning to the office, resistance persists, with trends like "coffee badging" and job sharing emerging. Overworked employees seek escape through side hustles and "polyworking."
Return-to-office mandates face pushback, with 31% considering job changes. What matters most to hybrid workers are commuting benefits and office privacy.