73% Of Execs Want You Back In The Office – Here's Why And How It Impacts The Economy

Get ready to dust off your office shoes. Nearly three-quarters of executives plan to tighten return-to-office (RTO) policies in 2025. This might sting a little if you're used to working from home.

In a survey from Resume.org, 73% of business leaders at companies with RTO rules said employees would need to clock at least three days a week in the office by the end of next year. For some, it'll be even stricter – one in three bosses expects workers to show up daily.

Why The Push For In-Person?

Executives aren't making this move just for fun. They've got reasons.

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About 70% of execs cited collaboration and teamwork as key benefits of in-person work. Nearly 60% said better communication is the goal. Half want to boost organizational culture. But here's the kicker – not everyone's buying that productivity improves.

Nicole Kyle, cofounder of CMP Research, told Business Insider that studies show remote and hybrid setups often perform just as well – or even better – than fully in-office arrangements. "Metrics don't change much when people aren't physically together," she said.

Real Estate Matters

Let's not ignore the elephant in the room: office space. Companies are paying big bucks for real estate and four in 10 surveyed executives admitted they want to use those empty desks.

Still, some experts argue it's not all bad. Lisa Walker from DHR Global told Business Insider that bringing people back allows senior staff to mentor juniors. "To get junior people in, you need senior people there," she explained.

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The Costs Of Mandates

Here's the downside. Strict RTO policies could be driving employees away.

Research from the University of Pittsburgh found that companies with rigid in-office rules see “abnormally high” quit rates – and it's not just anyone leaving. Women, experienced staff and top talent are most likely to walk. These companies also struggle to fill open positions. Some executives have even openly admitted they implemented RTO mandates in hopes employees would quit.

"The brain drain is real," Kyle added, noting it's creating headaches for firms trying to compete.

Balancing The Push

Not all companies are forcing the issue. Sundar Pichai, Google's CEO, recently said his team won't mandate more office time as long as employees remain productive at home. It's a balancing act between collaboration and flexibility; some leaders are still figuring it out.

For now, though, the message is clear: pack your bag, prep for the commute and get ready to see more cubicle neighbors in 2025.

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