Work-life balance stories

The 'infinite workday' driven by constant digital interruptions risks workers' psychological safety and productivity, demanding a workplace communication reset.

Agentic AI is transforming small businesses across the UK, easing workload pressures and unlocking millions in new revenue for tiny teams and clinics.

Tech firms must balance rapid growth with team wellbeing, using clear processes and supportive leadership to sustain innovation and avoid burnout.

Louisiana tops the US as the most workaholic state, with longest hours and lowest work-life balance, amid a growing southern trend of job-related stress.

A new recruitment platform, GoGetta, reveals 73% of New Zealand workers open to new roles, with flexibility now valued above career growth.

Over 2.5 million UK workers took part in Techtimeout Tuesday, urging an hourly screen break to improve wellbeing and productivity at work.

By 2026, AI will transform developer roles with 65% expecting shifts towards strategy and design, while automation prompts leaner teams and evolving skillsets.

Tika partners with WithU Training to offer users a free year of digital fitness, promoting mental and physical wellbeing in the workplace.

Over a third of STEM professionals worldwide have been approached for overseas roles, with 19% planning or already moving abroad amid rising global investment and protectionism.

Almost all UK and Ireland CFOs work evenings or weekends, with 25% prioritising timely data access over inflation and cybersecurity concerns.

One in three database administrators in the UK are considering career changes amid rising work pressures and growing complexity, says new report.

Mark Lane has launched Canada’s first FX platform letting entrepreneurial currency professionals run their own client portfolios with flexible hours and higher commissions.

Blackbird IT has earned Great Place to Work certification, with 88% of employees rating it highly, surpassing Australia's 60% national average.

Acronis' 2025 Women in Tech Report reveals men and women strongly differ on perceptions of career barriers and bias in the technology sector worldwide.

As liquidation rises 31.9%, NZ small businesses face a tough holiday battle for staff, cashflow and compliance to keep operations thriving beyond survival mode.

Almost 59% of Australian employees report work-related mental distress, amid rising burnout and calls for improved workplace wellbeing measures.

The health sector leads UK data breach self-reports with 3,820 cases from 2023 to early 2025, reveals ICO data analysed by Reward Gateway Edenred.

Thai firms are redesigning offices with wellness, technology and inclusive spaces to support hybrid work and attract top talent amid evolving workplace trends.

Australian workers spend six hours on admin for every 1hr 42min on strategic tasks, driving calls for AI to ease the burden and boost productivity.

European cybersecurity teams face rising attacks despite slight budget and staff improvements, struggling to keep pace with growing threats and slow reforms.