International Journal of Management, Economics and Social Sciences
2025, Vol. 14(3-4), pp. 98 – 104.
eISSN 2304 – 1366
https://www.ijmess.com
DOI: 10.32327/IJMESS/14.3-4.2025.5
2025, Vol. 14(3-4), pp. 98 – 104.
eISSN 2304 – 1366
https://www.ijmess.com
DOI: 10.32327/IJMESS/14.3-4.2025.5
The Role of Temporal Dissonance in Hybrid Work Environments
Ch. Mahmood Anwar1
1Drive in Malaysia, Ipoh, Malaysia
1MY University, Islamabad, Pakistan
1Drive in Malaysia, Ipoh, Malaysia
1MY University, Islamabad, Pakistan
ABSTRACT
Hybrid work models give employees the chance to work more
flexibly, but they can create a problem called “temporal
dissonance.” This happens when there is a mismatch between the
work schedules and expectations of remote workers and those onsite.
This conceptual paper looks at how this mismatch affects
both the company culture and people’s well-being. These timing
mismatches can damage the shared experiences and casual
communication that help colleagues feel connected. When this
connection weakens, it can create a feeling of “us vs. them.”
Teams may then struggle to work together, share less information,
and the company might lose its sense of unity. In addition,
temporal dissonance can hurt how employees feel about their jobs.
Remote workers may feel like they have to be available all the
time, which blurs the line between work and personal life. Onsite
workers may feel restricted by strict schedules and consider
remote colleagues to be less dedicated. This situation can lead
to more stress, burnout, and lower job satisfaction for everyone
involved. Understanding and fixing temporal dissonance is
essential for businesses using hybrid work models. Companies need
to focus on solutions such as allowing people to communicate
without needing an immediate response, ensuring some work hours
overlap, and having fair policies about flexibility. These
strategies help create a stronger connection among employees and
protect their well-being in this changing work environment.
Keywords: Temporal dissonance, organizational culture, employee well-being, human resource management, hybrid work model
JEL: M11, 030
Keywords: Temporal dissonance, organizational culture, employee well-being, human resource management, hybrid work model
JEL: M11, 030
