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Gen Z leads office comeback with preference for hybrid work

Contrary to popular belief, Gen Z is not the generation most resistant to returning to the office. Data indicates that 71% of Gen Z employees prefer a hybrid work model, with only 23% favoring fully remote work. This generation values in-person interaction for career advancement, mentorship, and combating feelings of isolation, which were exacerbated by the pandemic. However, they still prioritize flexibility and are generally resistant to a full-time, five-day-a-week in-office schedule. AI

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Sydney Lake ·

    Stop blaming Gen Z for resisting RTO: 71% say they want a hybrid balance—and now they’re quietly leading the office comeback

    Gen Z workers actually want to be in the office—just not five days a week. They're showing up voluntarily more than any generation.