Microsoft is mandating employees work from offices at least three days a week, according to an internal email the company sent to staff on Tuesday. The mandate will happen in three phases beginning on February 23, 2026 with Seattle-area employees who live within 50 miles of a Microsoft office. It will then expand to other US offices and eventually internationally, according to the email from Microsoft HR chief Amy Coleman.
Your emotions at work aren't fixed, even when they feel completely overwhelming during high-pressure situations. We can change them (with some effort and practice) to improve our performance, enhance our leadership effectiveness, and achieve our career goals. Emotions are not something we should suppress or ignore in professional settings; that's an outdated approach that misses how essential emotional intelligence is to workplace success.
Many organizations are prioritizing the integration of AI tools into the workplace. Early studies show AI can boost employee performance, improve communication, and help expand customer bases.