Future of Quality of Work Life Post Pandemic Era

The COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly impacted global health and the economy, resulting in widespread business closures and job losses. However, it has also presented new opportunities, such as the adoption of remote work by many organisations. This shift has necessitated companies to adapt to new work environments and adopt new leadership styles and work behaviours, significantly impacting employee engagement. Against this backdrop, exploring the future of work has become crucial. This chapter looks into the effects of remote work on work quality, encompassing diverse aspects such as changing work environments, definitions and variations of remote work, work-life quality, e-leadership, demographic changes, and socio-cultural and economic disparities. By examining remote work in detail, this chapter provides a comprehensive overview of the latest work trends and their impact on work quality. To ensure employee well-being in the post-pandemic era, companies must prioritise e-leadership, promote work-life balance, and support employee social connection. Demographic changes and socio-cultural disparities significantly impact how remote work develops in the future, and it is imperative to prioritise employee well-being, particularly those from diverse backgrounds, to foster inclusivity. Moving forward, rethinking our approach to work-life balance and employee well-being in this evolving work landscape is critical in creating a sustainable, inclusive, and employee-centric future of work.