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Why Flexibility Matters for Team Happiness
- Jordan Kuyvenhoven
- Jun 20
- 2 min read
In a fiercely competitive talent landscape, few benefits resonate as strongly as flexible working arrangements. A recently released early 2025 report from Robert Half reveals just how critical this is:
66% of Canadian professionals say that flexibility in when and where they work is a top influence on both job satisfaction and their decision to stay with an employer.
Nearly 49% of Canadian job seekers now prefer a hybrid role, while 26% want to work fully remotely, compared to just 24% who favor a traditional in-office model.
In short: Flexible work isn't just a perk—it’s core to retention.
💼 What This Means for Powerhaus VA
At Powerhaus VA, we know from experience that our flexible, remote-first culture forms the backbone of our success:
Our Virtual Assistants (VAs) enjoy autonomy—working where and when they're most productive.
We offer hybrid scheduling, regular check-ins, and built-in support systems to blend flexibility with structure.
The result? We’ve achieved an over 80% retention rate among our VAs, far exceeding industry standards.
That aligns perfectly with Robert Half’s insight: flexibility not only attracts talent—it keeps them engaged for the long haul.
📈 The Value of Happy, Long‑Term VAs
Here's what our high retention enables us to deliver:
Consistency in support – Clients benefit from experienced VAs who know their workflows inside out.
Deep client‑VA partnerships – Shared institutional knowledge leads to smoother collaboration and faster onboarding.
Reduced turnover costs – Recruiting, training, and ramp-up expenses are minimized, boosting ROI.
Stronger team morale – VAs who feel respected and trusted tend to perform better and contribute more.
🔗 Linking Our Culture to Real Results
Let’s connect the dots clearly:
Robert Half (2025) shows 2 out of 3 Canadians value flexibility enough to stay put.
Powerhaus VA embraces this cultural truth, offering flexible schedules and a supportive remote-first environment.
Because happy VAs are loyal VAs, our 80%+ retention rate is both the outcome and proof of our model’s success.
Flexibility isn’t a bonus—it’s a strategic imperative. Robert Half’s 2025 data backs it up, and our experience at Powerhaus VA confirms it.
By prioritizing autonomy, support, and real flexibility, we're not just attracting top-tier VAs—we’re retaining them, creating a stable, high-performing workforce that delivers consistent, professional support to clients.
🚀 Want to Join the Powerhaus VA Team?
We’re always looking for talented, reliable, and motivated virtual assistants to join our growing team.
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