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'Hush trips': More young workers take vacations while working from home

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Published  August 29, 2023 8:12am CDT
Travel
FOX 26 Houston

Gen Z taking 'hush trips' while working

Hush trips are apparently a thing, especially among young workers. According to a survey, one in six workers is using a virtual background to fool their employers while they are taking a quote "hush trip".

HOUSTON - Young workers are finding innovative ways to make the most of working from home, with many Gen-Z'ers embracing the concept of remote work as an opportunity to work from anywhere, even from their favorite vacation spots.

A recent survey conducted by "Resume Builder.com" revealed that an alarming one in six workers are utilizing virtual backgrounds to deceive their employers while they embark on what they call a "hush trip." These hush trips refer to remote employees who choose to work from a vacation destination without disclosing this information to their bosses.

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The survey shed light on some staggering statistics, as 44 percent of Gen-Z'ers admitted to taking a vacation without their employer's permission or using paid time off (PTO). Additionally, 62 percent of respondents revealed that they have utilized a sick day as a vacation day.

The survey also discovered that more than half of the hush trip takers have traveled to another state for their vacations, while a daring 17 percent even confessed to leaving the country for their clandestine getaways. These findings highlight a growing trend among young workers who are leveraging the flexibility of remote work to enjoy vacations without compromising their professional commitments.

While some may view this as a creative approach to achieving work-life balance, others argue that it raises ethical concerns regarding transparency and honesty in the workplace.

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Employers may need to reconsider their policies and communication strategies to address this phenomenon. It is essential to foster an environment where employees feel comfortable discussing their vacation plans openly and seek a balance that meets both their personal and professional needs.

As the concept of remote work continues to evolve, it is crucial for employers and employees alike to find common ground that ensures productivity, trust, and a healthy work-life integration.