RTO mandates won't necessarily boost worker engagement - and might hurt it
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JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon has reinforced his stance on mandating a return-to-office (RTO) model, contending that in-person work fosters better engagement among employees. Amidst declining worker engagement rates, currently at 31%, Dimon has called out behaviors like disengagement during virtual meetings. While some leaders view RTO as a viable solution, experts caution that it may not effectively address deep-seated engagement issues that predate the pandemic. They emphasize that flexibility could be key to revitalizing worker enthusiasm and commitment.
Jamie Dimon emphasized the need for employees to be focused and engaged, dismissing pushback against the return-to-office mandate as he aims to improve worker engagement at JPMorgan.
Experts argue that while returning to the office could potentially enhance collaboration and communication, it is not a guaranteed solution for boosting worker engagement, which has been declining.
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