Belonging, hybrid working, and inequality
The pandemic has had a huge impact on the way we work and it’s also shifted how we think about belonging at work. What hasn’t changed, is the importance of feeling like you belong at work.
Unfortunately, this isn’t the case for many people. A survey of over 12,500 American-based workers in 2018, found that over a quarter didn’t feel like they belong in their workplace.
Employees that are part of underrepresented groups are already struggling to get an equal amount of development time, attention and credit for their work. Is this made worse when they are not physically in the office?
Many employees that are part of outgroups find hybrid and remote working beneficial, but there are downsides and risks. Organisations run the risk of increasing inequity if they are not thinking intentionally about how to prevent it.
“…the office environment tended to offer faster solutions to issues and also being able to find out new information through general chatting.”
Participant response.
Is hybrid working perpetuating inequality in your workplace?
We are focused on helping people develop in line with their personal motivation. We care about helping you meet your goals.
Our mission is for everyone to feel like they belong and are free to invent at work.
If you would like to discuss how we can help please email us hi@thehoneycombworks.com or book a call with our team.