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Large companies are failing on flexibility

Updated on August 29, 2023

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Key Takeaways

Large companies are falling behind on flexibility at work — and employees are noticing.

At organizations with 6,000+ employees, workers are less likely to feel valued, and HR teams are feeling the pressure. Hiring is tougher, retention is slipping, and engagement is harder to maintain. With the labor market tightening, companies can’t afford to ignore what employees want. So, what’s the missing piece?

Flexiblility. Employees aren’t willing to compromise on it, and companies that fail to adapt risk watching their top talent walk out the door.

Flexibility at work drives engagement — if done right

Flexibility at work is a game-changer when it comes to employee engagement. When employees have the flexibility to work their way, they’re twice as likely to be highly engaged and 22% more likely to stay.

Yet, many large companies are missing the mark with hybrid policies that don’t truly offer flexibility. So, how can leaders create a workplace that works for everyone? Our report, Large companies are failing on flexibility, dives into the data and shares actionable strategies to get flexibility right.

The importance of flexibility in the modern workplace

Flexibility at work has moved from being a nice perk to something businesses can’t afford to overlook. Employees who feel supported in how they work are more engaged, more productive, and more likely to stay. Yet, many large companies are still struggling to get flexibility right, leading to disengagement and higher turnover.

Large companies are failing on flexibility dives into the data, uncovering where organizations are falling short and how managers can turn flexibility into a competitive advantage.

Don’t let rigid policies drive your top talent away — get the insights you need to build a workplace that truly works.

40% of HR leaders at large companies would be willing to offer employees more flexibility if it translated into higher retention rates.

Report: Large companies are failing on flexibility

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