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Coffee Breaks, Quiet Sit-Ins: RTO Doesn't Mean More Accomplished

  Culture    //   February 19, 2025 Is RTO relevant? Why ‘butts in seats’ don’t necessarily equate to business success By  Tony Case Facebook   Twitter   LinkedIn   Reddit Deep into their campaign to get employees in the office, corporate leaders can sit back, look around those packed cubicles, and enjoy the resulting productivity and profits, right? Maybe in their dreams. In the ongoing debate over whether RTO trumps remote work when it comes to organizational performance, new data from McKinsey reinforces the long-held argument that location has a lot less to do with it than many bosses may think it does. In a survey of more than 8,000 employees across a range of industries in the U.S., McKinsey found that it is people’s  work experience that needs an overhaul , regardless of where they plug in. “The policy mandate itself is far less important than the work environment organizations create and the practices that accompany a p...
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The Future of Employment Law: Trends and Predictions

Jennie Johnson Your personal career consultant The Future of Employment Law: Trends and Predictions In an era characterized by rapid technological advancements and shifting societal norms, employment law stands at a pivotal crossroads. As businesses adapt to new ways of working, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the legal frameworks governing employment relationships are also evolving. This article explores the emerging trends in employment law, specifically focusing on remote work regulations and the gig economy. By understanding these trends and their potential implications, both employers and employees can better navigate the changing landscape of work. Remote Work Regulations The pandemic has accelerated the shift towards remote work, prompting legal experts to examine how existing employment laws apply in this new context. One significant trend is the emergence of regulations surrounding remote work arrangements. For instance, jurisdictions like New York and Calif...