Amazon AWS CEO says quit if you don’t want to return to office

Amazon AWS CEO says quit if you don’t want to return to office

One of Amazon’s top executives defended the new, controversial 5-day-per-week in-office policy on Thursday, saying those who do not support it can leave for another company. Speaking at an all-hands meeting for AWS, unit CEO Matt Garman said nine out of 10 workers he has spoken with support the new policy, which takes effect in … Read more

Hybrid work boosts productivity and reduces isolation, researchers say

Hybrid work boosts productivity and reduces isolation, researchers say

But Luxon’s edict neglects a broader transformation in work culture. Work from home (WFH) arrangements have grown considerably over the past decade, propelled by an increase in dual-income households and rapid technological advancements. The COVID pandemic acted as a catalyst for further change, proving that many jobs could successfully be performed remotely. Our upcoming article … Read more

Forget quiet vacationing: GoPro says midday breaks increase engagement

Forget quiet vacationing: GoPro says midday breaks increase engagement

The only thing more fun than jumping out of a perfectly good airplane, according to Eric Gonzalez, is doing it on company time. After the GoPro project manager moved to Oceanside, California, from the Bay Area, his new residence was so close to a skydiving center, he could complete a drop in a tight 70 … Read more