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Navigating the Return-to-Office: Recognizing the Nuances of Different Employee Types

Return-to-office debates often fail to consider the nuanced needs of different employee types. Younger employees may benefit from in-person guidance and social connections, while senior employees, especially those with children, may find remote work more effective. Companies that were already remote-first tended to focus on senior workers with established expertise. The pandemic has highlighted the importance of considering employee demographics when designing workplace policies. Many companies are adopting hybrid schedules, but tensions and backlash persist as employers seek to regain control over remote work arrangements.