When Are People in the Office Most? A Look at Office Trends and Engagement

The way we work has changed, and so have our office routines. With hybrid working on the rise and many employees required to be in the office on certain days, some have become clear favourites for in-person time. These are great opportunities for employers to boost collaboration, engagement, and community. At Work.Life, we’ve embraced these shifts, rethinking how to make office days more enjoyable and inclusive for everyone.

 The Office “Hot Days”

 Hybrid work patterns have cemented Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays as the “core” office days. Research reveals these midweek days are often “required in-person time”, packed with meetings and collaborative activities, while Mondays and Fridays remain quieter as employees take advantage of remote flexibility. A LinkedIn survey found that 90% of employees view the workplace as more than just a functional space—it’s where collaboration and innovation happen.

Encouraging attendance on key days while making quieter ones more appealing can create a balanced, vibrant workplace. That’s where engaging perks and events come in.

Why Being in the Office Matters

While remote work offers flexibility, the benefits of in-office collaboration are hard to ignore:

• Stronger Connections: Office days foster personal connections, from quick coffee chats to impromptu brainstorming sessions.
• Boosted Morale: Social perks, like networking breakfasts or wellness events, make people feel valued and connected.
• Increased Productivity: Studies show 83% of leaders believe returning to the office improves productivity, while 81% say it strengthens company culture.
• Collaborative Sparks: There’s nothing quite like the energy of an in-person brainstorming session to drive innovation.

Liverpool Street’s Success with a “Week in Reverse”

Work.Life Liverpool Street recognised that not everyone’s hybrid schedule allows them to enjoy all our community perks. To tackle this, the team flipped the script by introducing a “Week in Reverse”:

• Wednesday became Beer & Pizza Night, traditionally a Thursday treat.
• Our Wellness Wednesdays moved to Friday for a more relaxing end-of-week.
• Fancy breakfasts, usually reserved for Mondays, appeared later in the week.

Kim, Membership Manager at Liverpool Street, explained: “Our Week in Reverse showed how much our members value the little things we do to create a sense of community. By switching up the schedule, we made sure everyone had a chance to participate and feel included—it’s something we’ll definitely revisit!”

Ideas for Maximising Your Office Days

To make the most of your office space and boost engagement:

1. Plan Around Core Days: Focus events and team-building activities on the busiest days (often midweek).
2. Create Variety: Rotate perks to keep things fresh and exciting for your team.
3. Celebrate Community: Events like breakfasts, wellness sessions, or after-work socials encourage connections that drive collaboration.
4. Leverage Quiet Days: Use lighter office days for deep work or smaller, intimate events to entice attendance.

Work.Life: Designing Offices That Work for You

At Work.Life, we specialise in spaces designed for collaboration, community, and comfort. From thoughtful layouts to curated events, we make office days something to look forward to.

Ready to create an inspiring office culture? Discover how we can help at Work.Life.