Glossary terms

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Hot Desking

Definition: hot desking

Hot desking is a workplace model in which employees do not have a fixed desk, but can flexibly choose a vacant space every day. This model promotes collaboration and flexibility within the company, but can also present challenges such as loss of structure and routine.

Significance and statistics

Hot desking is used in many modern companies to maximize office space utilization. However, a study by Deloitte shows that 60% of employees experience psychological stress during hot desking, such as a feeling of isolation or lack of belonging.

Causes and examples

The reasons for using hot desking lie in cost efficiency and the promotion of collaboration in hybrid or agile work models. Companies such as IBM and Google have been successfully using the model for years to offer more flexibility.

Support from mentalport

mentalport offers solutions to support employees in hot desking environments. Through stress management programs and tailored prevention measures, employees can learn to better deal with the challenges of flexible working models.

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