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How to Combat an ‘Always On’ Work Culture

Experts tackle how ‘right to disconnect’ laws, managers, and employees can shift the trend

Changing organizational culture will take time and the careful execution of strategic plans. Photo by Vitolda Klein on Unsplash

Andy J. Yap
Winnie Jiang
Mark Mortensen
Spencer Harrison
Tue, 06/04/2024 - 12:02
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Imagine a world where your boss could be fined for contacting you after hours. California is considering a law to make this a reality. 

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The “right to disconnect” movement is gaining traction globally, with Australia joining France, Italy, Slovakia, Luxembourg, Portugal, and the Canadian province of Ontario in passing legislation to empower employees to switch off outside of working hours. But is legally banning after-hours communications the solution? Or is there a better way to change a work culture where employees are expected to be available and responsive around the clock?

The following INSEAD professors argue that true change requires a cultural shift within companies, and offer insights on how employees, managers, and leaders can dismantle the “always on” work mentality.

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