More companies are ordering workers back to the office. These tips can help manage disruption

"I want to be around for my kids," LaCroix, 44, said. "It's very important for me to be around for my son, because we almost lost him."

"People always want to have flexibility," said Mark Ma, a University of Pittsburgh associate professor of business administration. "I have never heard anyone telling me that I thank my job because it's so rigid in its schedule."

"Over the years, people have adjusted their lives. They've figured out, 'Oh wow, I can pick my kids up for school. Wow. I can caretake for my aging parents while I am still working,'" said Shavon Terrell-Camper, a therapist and mental health advocate.

Ma found the companies experienced high turnover rates after implementing return-to-office mandates, especially among female employees - who often have childcare responsibilities - and senior-level executives.

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