The Data Is In: Return-to-Office Mandates Aren’t Worth the Talent Risks
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Nearly three-quarters of executives say return-to-office (RTO) mandates are a source of leadership conflict.
Return-to-office mandates carry steep costs
Over the last 12 months, 63% of HR leaders report an increase in expectations for employees to return to the office. Many organizations who have encouraged onsite work, but see low compliance, are resorting to RTO mandates. But 74% of HR leaders cite these mandates as a source of conflict.
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The benefits prove to be modest at best, and amid a rising well-being crisis, waning trust between employees and their employers, and a competitive talent market, it's high time to ask whether the benefits of RTO mandates are worth the risks.
Return-to-office mandates are high-risk
Issues with work-life balance ranks among the top five reasons employees give for leaving a previous employer. And, on average, employees at organizations that implemented a RTO mandate report lower intent to stay compared to those whose organizations did not.
High-performers, women and millennials, three groups that prize flexibility, are the biggest flight risks.
High-performers may feel especially resentful about mandates, particularly if they maintained performance or over-delivered during the pandemic. They may perceive? RTO mandates as a signal of mistrust from management.
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Human Resources | People and Culture | Administrative Business Partner | Process Optimizer | Tech Savvy
8 个月Given this new research, it would be nice if Gartner posted more hybrid and remote roles rather than mandating onsite work.
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8 个月Employers’ return-to-office (RTO) expectations clash with employees valuing flexibility, remote work, and a forward-looking mindset. By fostering collaboration and co-creating policies, companies can bridge this gap and thrive in the hybrid workplace of tomorrow. ???? #WorkplaceTrends #HybridWork #FutureOfWork
Strategic HR| Culture| Career| 25+ years of experience in international organizations Leading CEE and global teams| EX Mars HRD
8 个月Thanks for that opinion. And data as proof point!
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8 个月Managing hybrid and remote means leaders bing more mature than average. Maybe here is the problem?
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8 个月Insightful!