Working remotely- Professionals feel burnout

A study was conducted by LinkedIn, in its ‘Future of Work’ perception which focuses on the insights of 1,108 respondents in the age group of 16 to 68, who have worked from home during the pandemic due to COVID-19 restrictions. The survey captures the sentiment of the Indian workforce towards the impact of remote work, their plans to return to work, and work model preferences for the future. The study dives deep to understand how working remotely is leading to burnout amongst professionals in India and leaving them hopeful for an office reboot.

Top findings of the survey reveal that 86% of professionals in India believe that a hybrid work model will help them strike the right balance between their personal and professional lives. 1 in 3 professionals report burnout; 9 in 10 say going hybrid can bring back work-life balance

Looking into the future, the Indian workforce is convinced that a hybrid work model can alleviate their distress and help them disconnect. The study further shows that nearly 9 in 10 (86%) respondents think that hybrid work will positively impact their work-life balance. When asked why, 48% stated that a hybrid model would allow them to spend equal time on their personal goals and professional lives.

Long-term remote work has left professionals fatigued in India. This has caused a shift in the idea of what is important in our lives and has led to what we call ‘The Great Talent Reshuffle’. Organizations are rethinking their entire work models, culture, and values, while employees are rethinking not just how they work, but why they work.

Deepak Sahu, President & CEO, VARINDIA