Nearly one in three people have used remote work as a chance to work while vacationing without telling their bosses.
In a new study, 2,000 employed Americans were polled. 29% had used their vacation travels as a chance to work remotely and did so without notifying anyone at work.
The poll was conducted by OnePoll and commissioned by Mews.
It may seem like workers are taking advantage of their employers. However, there are many proven benefits that come from workations.
Productivity goes up on average 70% when people are more happy when they’re doing their work.
Travel makes employees happier and more stimulated mentally and physically. The side effect_ More creativity.
This seems to be a trend, according to the hospitality industry. Many companies offer workation specials to help boost their employees mood.
When companies deny workations, workers find their way around it.
A Resume Builder survey found 1 in 6 Gen Z workers used a virtual background of a home office to fool their employer while vacationing.
Finally, a 2023 study found that 51% of Gen Z workers who took a hush trip while on the clock, did so after their request for time off was not approved.
