Microshifting: The New 9-5

In recent years, increasing numbers of organizations have been enforcing a return to in-person work. However, employees’ hybrid experiences are highlighting the need for more flexible work that allows them to work around their lives. Check out this Forbes article that breaks down this new trend, what it means for the workplace in 2026, and what leaders can do going forward.

“The stakes for getting this right are higher than most leaders realize. For decades, people have organized their lives around their jobs. Now, employees are demanding the reverse through microshifting. They’re willing to sacrifice pay, switch employers or quietly disengage if they don’t get it. Companies that resist will lose more than headcount. They’ll lose the trust, creativity and loyalty of their best people. The 9-to-5 served its purpose for over a century, but it’s time to evolve. The next chapter of work culture is being written right now, one microshift at a time.” – Caroline Castrillon