Remote workers report the highest well-being in study of 7,700 employees
A study of over 7,700 employees at a large healthcare organization found that fully remote workers report higher well-being than those working onsite. The findings challenge common employer concerns regarding remote work and suggest that autonomy is a key factor in employee satisfaction.
Why it matters
This research provides data-driven evidence that may influence corporate return-to-office mandates and future workplace policies.
For years, many employers have worried that work-from-home arrangements leave employees isolated, disconnected from coworkers and more likely to leave their jobs.
But according to a new study, remote workers are doing better than many employers realize.
Researchers analyzed survey data from 7,704 employees at a large healthcare organization. One pattern stood out: Employees who worked fully remotely reported the highest levels of well-being, while those who worked entirely onsite reported the lowest. The study also found little evidence that remote workers felt less connected to colleagues or workplace culture.
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