"Hiring someone who's willing to commute into the office five days a week doesn't necessarily mean you're employing the best candidate. For certain roles, maintaining remote or hybrid flexibility can help companies attract stronger candidates while also keeping overhead costs in check. According to 2024 data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as the share of remote workers increased by 1%, growth in office building costs slowed by 0.4%."
"The fastest growing remote role A recent report from FlexJobs pulled the 15 fastest growing careers for remote jobs. When you're thinking about hiring for your next role, keep these jobs in mind. They show how performance and skillset outperform physical presence. "The data in this report highlights that skills continue to matter more than physical location, especially in fast-growing, high-demand fields," explained Keith Spencer, a FlexJobs career expert. "Roles in areas like sales, human resources, communications, and administrative support are increasingly results-driven, making them well suited for remote work.""
Return-to-office mandates are increasing across corporate America, causing leaders to rethink flexibility and sometimes limit talent pools to local commuters. Companies must decide which roles benefit from on-site presence and which can be handled remotely. Hiring for commute availability does not guarantee the best candidate. Remote or hybrid flexibility can attract stronger candidates while reducing overhead. 2024 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data show a 1% rise in remote workers corresponded with a 0.4% slowdown in office building cost growth. Role-based hiring strategies help balance work culture, cost control, and talent access.
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