A study of the relationship between employee well-being and homeworking preference after COVID-19 in Hong Kong
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Work from home preference, remote working, teleworking, well-being, digital leadership, work-life balance, work-life integrationAbstract
The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted global workplace behaviors, transforming work-from-home (WFH) from an indulgent experience into a sustainable practice in Hong Kong, but some employees signaled that work-life balance came under pressure and resisted remote work. Employers faced a dilemma due to the polarized preferences among employees, which caused disharmony and jealousy over WFH frequency, output, and the abuse of power. Traditional work-life balance theories were inadequate and have since evolved into work-life integration. The study collected 424 employee questionnaires and conducted seven employer interviews to investigate factors and well-being that predict employee WFH preferences. Structural equation modeling was employed to test research hypotheses and analyze the theoretical model. In Hong Kong, employees' age, job nature, and home conditions influence WFH preference. The study also revealed that purpose and social well-being are both predictors and moderators that enhance WFH preference. Organizations should tailor WFH plans for individual needs, with mutual respect and engagement between employers and employees. Managers should strengthen digital leadership and promote well-being in a remote working culture. Policymakers should revisit labor laws and company guidelines to accommodate the new working mode.
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• The work does not infringe on any third-party rights, including copyright, trademark, or proprietary rights.
• All necessary permissions for copyrighted materials used in the manuscript (e.g., figures, tables) have been obtained.
• The manuscript complies with ethical research standards and does not contain any form of plagiarism or falsified data.
4. Editorial and Publication Process
• The Journal reserves the right to perform editorial revisions for clarity, formatting, and consistency while maintaining the integrity of the Author’s work.
• The publication of an article is subject to peer review, and acceptance is not guaranteed upon submission.
5. Retraction and Corrections
• The Journal follows COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines and reserves the right to retract, correct, or withdraw an article in cases of misconduct, errors, or ethical concerns.
6. Governing Law
This Agreement is governed by the laws of Switzerland. Any disputes arising under this Agreement shall be resolved in the courts of Zurich, Switzerland.
7. Agreement Acceptance
By submitting a manuscript, the Author acknowledges and agrees to the terms outlined in this Agreement.
Editor-In-Chief
Prof. Dr. Milos Petkovic
