The pandemic has reshaped the way people think about work. They’re moving away from jobs that don’t allow them time for themselves, their family, and hobbies, and instead to ones they’re passionate about. Canvas8 spoke to eight Americans about how the pandemic has changed their career values.

In 2020 everyone donned an extra hat – parents became tutors, and some became caregivers for vulnerable relatives – all while continuing to work. People needed mental health breaks and personal time to adjust, and in 2021, they’re calling for workplace flexibility to be the new standard.

Office blocks – once de rigeur, then unthinkable – will soon become a viable reality again. But with old working norms washed away, people are getting creative about what the daily grind should look like. In this context, brands are expected to innovate the hybrid workspace of tomorrow.

As business leaders contemplate a return to the office, it’s becoming clear that remote working is here to stay. And, with the pandemic bringing about the world’s biggest workplace experiment, what does the future hold for employers and their staff, who are seeking new ways of working?