International Journal of Transformative Teaching and Learning in Higher Education
ORCID
Teresa M. Stephens https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6947-8027 Kristen Poston https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9809-2905 Amy Williams https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6090-0148
Submission Category
Conceptual Article
Abstract
In “Culture Shock,” Gallup’s 2023 publication, the authors explore the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on work and life, urging a reevaluation of leadership strategies, especially for remote work. They highlight a significant shift, with many U.S. employees hesitant to return to traditional offices, favoring new remote work environments that integrate work and life. This shift is also evident in higher education, where faculty see benefits in productivity and well-being, despite some pressure to revert to old norms. Clifton and Harter (2023) argue that the focus should be on how organizations build and maintain relationships in this evolving landscape. Their thesis emphasizes adapting to cultural changes to thrive. Gallup’s insights are crucial for addressing leadership challenges, bridging gaps between employer and employee expectations, and recognizing the power shift towards employees. This review applies these concepts to higher education, particularly nursing academia, and offers recommendations for innovation, culture, onboarding, mentoring, engagement, performance, and well-being.
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This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0).
Recommended Citation
Stephens, Teresa M.; Poston, Kristen; Miller, Sarah; Durham, Catherine O.; and Williams, Amy
(2025)
"Culture Shock: Exploring the Truths & Benefits of Remote Work in Higher Education,"
International Journal of Transformative Teaching and Learning in Higher Education: Vol. 1:
Iss.
1, Article 2.
Available at:
https://commons.library.stonybrook.edu/ijttl/vol1/iss1/2