Fri Jan-12-2024: Trends in Flexibility, Remote Work, and Employee Well-being & Building AI Services

In this episode of the Business of Tech podcast, host Dave Sobel discusses the changing work landscape and the impact it has on employee well-being. He shares data from various surveys, including the American Psychological Association's Work in America survey, which reveals that workplace stress in the U.S. has reached epidemic proportions, with high workloads, low job control, and work-family conflict being the top stressors. The survey also highlights high rates of workplace bullying and discrimination. Additionally, the episode explores the issue of burnout and its impact on productivity, with 65% of employees experiencing burnout in 2023. The importance of taking breaks, having focused time, and logging off after work is emphasized, as these practices have been found to improve productivity. Lastly, the podcast discusses the challenges faced by remote workers, including a lower likelihood of receiving promotions and raises.00:00 Navigating the New Work Landscape: Surveys Indicate Shift Towards Flexibility, Remote Work, and Employee Well-Being04:47 From Redefining Meetings to Navigating Virtual Legality: Some Friday Big ideas    💼 All Our SponsorsSupport the vendors who support the show:👉 https://businessof.tech/sponsors/ 🚀 Join Business of Tech PlusGet exclusive access to investigative reports, vendor analysis, leadership briefings, and more.👉 https://businessof.tech/plus 🎧 Subscribe to the Business of TechWant the show on your favorite podcast app or prefer the written versions of each story?📲 https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe 📰 Story Links & SourcesLooking for the links from today’s stories?Every episode script — with full source links — is posted at:🌐 https://www.businessof.tech 🎙 Want to Be a Guest?Pitch your story or appear on Business of Tech: Daily 10-Minute IT Services Insights:💬 https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/businessoftech 🔗 Follow Business of Tech LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradioBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessof.techInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradioTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.