Productivity impact | Whoever wins the 2024 Election, employers must brace for ongoing workplace disputes

With election day now here, whatever the outcome it is unlikely to end the debate, and employers should be prepared for it to continue in the workplace, says one survey.

A recent survey by ResumeBuilder.com highlights the impact of the election on employee morale, workplace conflict, and privacy concerns in the office.

The survey of 1,000 US managers revealed that the election has already stirred significant unrest in workplaces, with nearly three in ten managers (27%) reporting that the political climate has led to disputes among employees.

Verbal disagreements, strained relationships, and a reduction in team cohesion are common, according to the survey, as 53% of managers report witnessing verbal spats and 63% note deteriorating relationships among team members with opposing political views.