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790: Isolation in Remote/Hybrid Work: Challenges and Opportunities for Work Design and Worker Well-Being (14473)

Sunday, August 11, 2024
12:30 – 14:30 CT (GMT-5/UTC-5)
Location: Sheraton: Michigan A
Session Number: 790
PDW (workshop)
Orientation: International,Theme,Research,Diversity
Shareable link: https://cdmcd.co/5nWrdr
Concerns about work isolation have become prevalent as more employees perform work away from their co-workers, whether from home, a coworking space, or a company office with co-workers in different locations. Remote and hybrid work complicates the notion of isolation, which may take on various dimensions – physical, social, or professional – which may or may not be aligned with one another. Further, while isolation is often considered to be detrimental for workers, especially when it leads to loneliness or hinders career growth, it may also be beneficial for certain groups, e.g. experts, digital nomads, those with family responsibilities, and marginalized groups, as it allows them greater flexibility and autonomy. Today’s organizations must navigate this tension and design remote work in a way that meets their employees’ needs for flexibility while also fostering a work climate that is inclusive and engaging, regardless of one’s location. Our PDW is aimed at bringing together cross-disciplinary experts with diverse backgrounds in relevant fields to discuss their research, the latest trends and challenges associated with isolation in remote work, and various ways to address them. We will begin with a panel presentation, followed by a moderated question and answer session. The workshop participants will then separate into themed small group discussions led by one or more of the panelists. Finally, we will regroup for a summary of key points, takeaways, and research action plans developed at each table. These will be captured by the organizers and shared with participants after the workshop.