SloveniaThe article discusses the prevalence of remote work across the European Union and highlights Croatia's low rate compared to other countries. According to Eurostat data, only 8.8% of workers in the EU regularly work remotely, with Finland and Ireland leading at 20.5% and 19.2%, respectively. Croatia and Slovenia are among the lowest, with less than 5% of workers working remotely. Employers in Croatia report challenges such as lower motivation, team collaboration difficulties, and weaker connections between employees and organizations, particularly affecting younger workers and research-development sectors. In contrast, the U.S. has maintained a high level of remote work, with 26% of paid workdays conducted remotely in May 2024. Generational differences influence attitudes toward remote work, with younger workers viewing it as a motivational factor and older workers as a perk. The article notes that factors like economic structure, cultural trust, employee demand, digital infrastructure, and legislation affect remote work rates. Psychologist Zvonimir Galić advocates for a hybrid model, suggesting three days in the office and two from home to balance productivity and employee wellfare
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced overview of remote work trends across different countries and demographics without overtly favoring any particular political ideology. It cites statistical data, expert opinions, and employer concerns without taking a clear ideological stance.
