Starbucks requires its corporate workers to return to the office four days a week starting October 2023. Recent Labor Department data shows that 29% of men are working from home, down from 34% in 2023, while 36% of women are still working remotely. Men are more likely to be in managerial roles, contributing to their higher office return rate. Gender dynamics play a role, as women often handle more home and childcare responsibilities. This situation creates a challenging environment for remote workers, who may be overlooked for opportunities due to their absence from the office.
Wen Fan, who studies the future of work at Boston College, noted that men are more likely to occupy managerial roles, which affects their presence in the office. Consequently, managers tend to return to the office more than non-managers, indicating a strong connection between job position and return-to-work dynamics.
Jerry Jacobs, president of the Work and Family Researchers Network, mentioned concerns regarding remote workers being perceived as less committed, leading to potential career setbacks. This bias could label them as being on the 'mommy track', further complicating the return to in-office work dynamics.
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