Episode #165. The quiet luxury of the ‘New Rich’. Work from home. Work from anywhere

Is working from home or working from anywhere the ultimate form of quiet luxury — or just another workplace trend? In this episode, we explore how remote work, flexible work and reduced commuting are reshaping not only careers but also mental health, financial wellbeing, and overall life satisfaction. Drawing on research into the mental cost of commuting, the financial burden of daily travel, and the link between time autonomy and happiness, this conversation reframes work-from-home as more than convenience — it's the new quiet luxury.

Long commutes are consistently linked to higher stress, lower happiness, reduced leisure time, and increased financial pressure. When you remove or reduce the daily commute, you don’t just gain hours — you reclaim the quiet luxury of energy, focus, and choice. This episode examines why time sovereignty, schedule flexibility, and control over your environment are emerging as modern markers of success and a luxury lifestyle in careers, especially for professionals, leaders, creatives and consultants.

We also unpack the idea of quiet luxury at work — a concept rooted in discretion, ease and autonomy rather than performance or status symbols. No hustle culture. No performative productivity. Just quiet luxury that fits your life.

If you’re thinking about:

- Working from home

- Hybrid work models

- Work-life balance

- Career satisfaction

- Personal brand alignment

- Designing a more intentional professional life