Employee benefits are being wagered upon by companies as a means to succeed in the 'Great Reshuffle'.

The "Great Reshuffle" is a shift in workplace culture that is taking place right now, with millions of Americans rethinking their work and work-life balance. In response, companies are meeting their employees' needs by offering remote work, flexible hours, four-day workweeks, and more compensation options. This story is part of a series exploring this topic.

The "Great Reshuffle" is not showing any signs of slowing down.

The departure of almost 48 million workers last year has prompted employers to reevaluate their strategies for retaining and attracting employees.

Some companies have introduced four-day workweeks or all-remote or hybrid work schedules, resulting in greater flexibility and higher compensation.

According to LinkedIn's 2022 Global Talent Trends report, 63% of jobseekers prioritize work-life balance when selecting a new job, while 60% prioritize compensation and benefits.

Some companies have distinguished themselves through policies they claim aid them in the competition for skilled workers.

Four-day workweek

Employees of online children's clothing retailer Primary experienced burnout shortly after the Covid pandemic began.

On Monday, when people returned to work, they were not refreshed, which negatively impacted productivity, according to Christina Carbonell, Primary's co-founder and co-CEO.

The company responded with four-day workweeks.

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The New York-based company's 60 employees have become more efficient by working Monday through Thursday, shortening meetings, and blocking off some hours as meeting-free. They were able to maintain their deadlines, goals, and ambitions without having to lengthen their workday.

During a period when millions of Americans are leaving their jobs, the company's attrition rate remains low, and employees arrive at work feeling refreshed, as stated by Cap Watkins, the company's chief experience officer.

The five-day workweek is no longer necessary as things are going so well.

Work from anywhere

Coalition Technologies, a digital marketing and website design company located in Culver City, California, allows its employees to work remotely from any location globally.

Sevdha Thompson, the company's digital producer of marketing, can spend time in Jamaica with her family, visit rainforests in Costa Rica, and travel around the U.S. to see friends while working.

Thompson, in her early 30s, said, "I love traveling."

The ability to spend time with important people worldwide is highly significant due to the flexibility it offers.

Coalition Technologies' more than 250 employees work from various locations worldwide, including the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, as well as India, Germany, and South Africa.

‘Surprises and delights’

According to LinkedIn, even a single extra paid day off or a workday without meetings can significantly improve employee well-being.

The tech giant responded to burnout and exhaustion among its workers during the pandemic with an initiative called LiftUp. This initiative is a resource hub and a series of fun events, but most notably, it provides the gift of time in the form of well-being days off and meeting-free days.

Nina McQueen, LinkedIn's vice president of benefits and employee experience, stated in the company's 2022 Global Talent Trends report that the surprises and delights were intended to reignite enthusiasm, elevate spirits, and inject some enjoyment into the experience.

The program isn’t going away when the pandemic ends.

Jennifer Shappley, LinkedIn's global head of talent acquisition, stated that employees require support and it's crucial for them to understand the organization values them.

Paid sabbaticals

Paid sabbatical programs were only offered by 5% of organizations prior to the Covid pandemic, while 11% offered an unpaid one, according to the Society for Human Resource Management's 2019 benefits report.

Automattic, a tech company, is among the 5% that offer employees a three-month paid sabbatical for every five years of service.

According to CEO Matt Mullenweg, it serves as a reset point for individuals to reassess their roles, careers, and goals.

Taking a sabbatical can benefit those at work by allowing them to take on new responsibilities and gain valuable experience.

In 2016, Lori McLeese, Automattic's global head of human resources, took her first sabbatical and traveled to Europe. She said it was the best decision she could have made.

"Stepping away completely disconnected helped reset my brain, resulting in rejuvenation and renewed excitement about my work," McLeese stated.

Contract work with benefits

U-Work program by Unilever offers contract workers both flexibility and security, along with benefits.

Workers agree to a minimum number of weeks of work annually, receive a small monthly stipend, and are compensated for completed assignments. Perks include a pension, health insurance, and sick leave.

Harriet Talbot, a 30-year-old woman, found the perfect fit for her in the global consumer goods company's London office in 2021. She quit her full-time job and has since worked two contract jobs at the company, as well as a side gig at a local bike shop. Currently, she is between assignments, traveling by bike through Europe to Australia.

"It's a real relief and progressive to be able to rejoin the Unilever community when I return," she said.

Although U-Work hasn't been introduced in the U.S. yet, it is currently being tested in various international locations.

Fit work around life

At Alley, a technology and services company, employees have the flexibility to decide when to hold meetings and complete their work.

Allison Greenwald, 29, manages her remote job around other commitments, including errands, doctor's appointments, exercise, and travel.

Greenwald, who resides in Brooklyn, New York, and spent five weeks in Alaska last August, stated, "I've had the opportunity to do some truly amazing things."

Bridget McNulty, partner and chief operating officer at the firm, stated that Alley believes workers are adults capable of self-governance according to their philosophy.

She stated that we trust the individuals we hire to become part of our team.

We have a pact to collaborate and we treat it with utmost importance.

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