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Half of in-office workers describe jobs as 'remote' in NY Fed survey
CNBC • • business
Key Points:
- A New York Fed survey reveals that nearly half of in-office workers in the U.S. experience little to no face-to-face interaction despite corporate mandates aimed at boosting in-person collaboration and mentorship.
- On in-office days, 48.8% of respondents reported having no in-person meetings, and 37% participated in virtual meetings even when all attendees were physically present in the office.
- The study highlights a disconnect caused by hybrid team structures, inconsistent enforcement of in-office policies, and remote work prevalence, leading many workers to commute only to engage in virtual communication from their desks.
- Data shows that Americans now spend more time physically alone during office days than before the pandemic, contributing to feelings of isolation and a decline in worker sentiment to a 15-year low.
- Researchers emphasize that while in-person mandates have potential benefits, adherence is crucial to realize them, and current organizational setups may need reevaluation to better support meaningful in-office interactions.
