A Debate about the Rise of Job Stacking in the Remote Workplace

Catalyst Center for Work Innovation: The Debate · Apr 24, 2026 · 23m

This research examines job stacking, a practice where remote employees covertly maintain multiple full-time roles simultaneously. The research explores how technological advancements and a decline in traditional workplace loyalty have fueled this trend, particularly within the tech sector. While workers gain financial security, the research highlights significant risks to organizational productivity, intellectual property, and personal mental health. To address this, the research suggests shifting toward outcome-based performance metrics and fostering more transparent company cultures…