Remote workers value flexibility more than career advancement and say manager communication is lacking, placing retention at risk.

YORK, PA, UNITED STATES, December 2, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Founder Reports has released new findings from a survey of 1,000 U.S.-based remote and hybrid workers, revealing significant trends in employee priorities and workplace preferences. The results highlight how flexibility, communication, and management quality are now central to worker satisfaction and retention.

The survey shows that flexibility is now the most important factor in job satisfaction for remote and hybrid workers. A full 82% of respondents said they prioritize flexibility over career advancement, indicating that traditional growth pathways may be losing influence as workers balance professional and personal needs.

The data also underscores a growing return-to-office tension. When asked how they would respond if remote work ended, 64% said they would quit or begin searching for a new job, indicating a potential turnover risk for employers considering strict RTO mandates.

Communication was shown to be an area where many managers of remote and hybrid teams are coming up short. While 85% of workers said clear communication from management is essential, only 51% feel they receive adequate communication, and just 40% say their manager provides clear feedback.
Despite these concerns, 90% of remote and hybrid employees report feeling trusted by their manager. However, 44% still feel additional pressure to prove their value as remote employees, indicating lingering visibility and performance anxiety.

The survey also found that employees are willing to make personal trade-offs to maintain remote work. Sixty percent of respondents said they would accept a pay cut to remain remote, including 42% willing to take a 10% or greater reduction.

Generational differences emerged as well. Gen Z was the only age group that preferred hybrid work over fully remote options, suggesting that early-career workers may value in-person collaboration more than older generations.

Full details of the remote and hybrid worker survey are available at Founder Reports.

About Founder Reports

Founder Reports publishes research-driven insights for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and professionals navigating the changing landscape of modern work. The platform focuses on workplace trends, management practices, and data that help organizations make informed decisions.

Marc Shorb
Founder Reports
marc@founderreports.com
Visit us on social media:
LinkedIn
Other

Legal Disclaimer:

EIN Presswire provides this news content "as is" without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.