ABC News Daily Will your boss axe work from home this year?
Jan 26, 2025
The rise of remote work during the pandemic sparked a new debate as companies like Amazon push employees back to the office. Economist Leonora Risse discusses the growing trend of mandatory in-office policies and their impact on teamwork and productivity. She highlights the risk of losing valuable employees if companies overlook the benefits of flexibility. The podcast also examines the evolving dynamics for women in the workforce and how different work models can affect worker retention and overall job satisfaction.
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Return-to-Office Trend
- Some companies mandate a return to the office, believing on-site work outweighs WFH benefits.
- This shift reflects evolving perspectives on work models after the pandemic experiment.
RTO Mandate
- RTO is becoming increasingly common, presented as a requirement, not an option.
- In a weakening labor market, RTO might serve as a way to manage overemployment.
In-Office vs. WFH Productivity
- Amazon's CEO believes in-office work enhances teamwork, learning, and collaboration.
- While in-person interaction can foster team bonding and innovation, WFH offers other productivity benefits.