In our second research study at Zivella, focusing on the pandemic's impact on work models and habits, we found that employees most missed socializing, teamwork, and face-to-face meetings.

As highlighted in our blog post about the hybrid work model, nearly two years of working from home/remote working made both employees and managers better understand the importance of face-to-face communication, teamwork, idea sharing, and socialization. However, the changes in work practices brought about by the pandemic created a dilemma for both employees and companies: the need for socialization and remote working. Let's examine this dilemma based on our research findings.

Due to the prolonged period, many had to set up a workspace in their homes, including an ergonomic and comfortable work desk and chair. A small percentage of our survey participants most missed working at their own desk (19.4%), their office chair (9%), and the quietness of the office environment (3.5%). It's understandable, especially for those living in crowded homes or without a separate workspace, to miss the comfort of their office desks and chairs.

As we mentioned earlier, while we enjoy the convenience of working in our home-offices, as social beings, we need each other. Therefore, it seems that post-pandemic, rather than completely remote working, a hybrid model will likely be the most suitable solution to meet employees' needs for socialization. This way, companies can reduce their fixed costs while also ensuring employee satisfaction.

We will continue to delve deeper into the results of our research in our upcoming blog posts.