While a whopping 90% of companies plan to implement return-to-office policies by the end of 2024, flexibility remains a top priority for employees — and the lack of it might push them to seek other opportunities.
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/09/12/why-rto-mandates-are-layoffs-in-disguise-according-to-workplace-experts.html
I don't think RTO mandates equate to layoffs, but rather attrition or termination.
Companies are also all banding together on this because commercial real estate are huge assets and their values are dropping like crazy. It is having all kinds of accounting issues.
I have everything through Usaa, insurance, car and home loan. Why would they get rid of me, how would I pay?
I’ve heard the same thing, and big consulting companies are also advising bank leaders to do it.
The pendulum always swings. A short time ago, workers were in high demand and a lot of concessions and incentives were being offered. My thought on this is to never forget who did a bait-and-switch. And make sure you get all that you are worth, planting seeds for the next Winter.