The article discusses the current state of work preferences, highlighting a shift back towards in-office work after the pandemic while recognizing the benefits of remote work. It suggests that a hybrid model of office and home work is appealing to many employees, promoting better job satisfaction without sacrificing productivity. Research indicates that allowing employees to work from home two days a week reduces turnover without impacting output. While some employers push for a return to the office, they should be careful not to alienate valuable staff in a competitive job market.
Tuesday is one of the most popular days for workers to go into the office, but motivation can be hard to find after a long weekend.
A mix of office and home work is the most desirable balance for white-collar employees, according to Stanford economist Nicholas Bloom's research.
Smart companies will gradually bring back most workers to the office but still allow some time away from in-person work.
Employers must proceed judiciously when setting requirements for in-office work to avoid losing their best employees to competition.
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