Remote workers feel isolated. Back-to-office mandates are not a fix

“The right lesson is not ‘everyone back to the office’ but ‘design work better.’”

A man stands among a sea of empty desks in an office.

Remote and hybrid work arrangements can lead to social isolation, such as when workers show up to empty offices. Social coordination across employees is key.

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