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When Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi announced that all employees—including those previously approved for remote work—would align to a three-day in-office rhythm, it signaled the company’s continued investment in structured hybrid work. Rather than pulling back on flexibility, Uber is fine-tuning its hybrid model to strengthen in-person collaboration while preserving the autonomy teams value. In a […]
In April 2025, Google teams told some remote employees to come in three days a week or risk their jobs. What the move reveals about hybrid work without coordination.
IBM has been a master of reinvention for over a century. But its latest shift — requiring U.S. sales employees to relocate near offices or clients — suggests it’s falling into the same trap as many legacy firms: mistaking location for coordination. According to The Register, IBM is asking its U.S. sales teams to confirm new […]
At a time when many corporate leaders are calling for a return to the office, Atlassian is doubling down on distributed work—and it’s paying off. The software company just secured a top spot on Fortune’s 2025 list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For, and their commitment to remote-first operations is a big reason why. In […]
Another week, another trend in employee wellness. This time it’s “recharge days”—company-wide time off designed to combat burnout by shutting the laptop lid for everyone at once. On the surface, it sounds thoughtful. Generous, even. But let’s call it what it really is: a backwards step. This week’s Fortune article on the “100 Best Companies to Work […]
Welcome to Kadence Pulse—our regular deep dive into hybrid work trends, behaviors, and insights pulled straight from the data of thousands of our global users. In this edition, we’re turning our attention to the American work ethic. Known globally for its hustle culture, the U.S. is showing a noticeable trend in extended office hours—even in the […]
Freddie Mac is bringing everyone back to the office. Full-time. No flexibility. That’s the latest directive from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), announced just days after a major leadership shake-up that saw Director Sandra Thompson removed and Clinton Jones appointed in her place. This new mandate affects thousands of employees who had been thriving […]
It feels like every day brings a new headline about a company pushing for return-to-office (RTO) mandates, making the debate one of the most divisive workplace topics in recent years. While companies like Amazon and JPMorgan Chase have doubled down on their mandates, Nvidia has taken a decidedly different approach—one that prioritizes flexibility, trust, and […]
Vodafone is tightening its grip on hybrid work, turning a nudge into a mandate. A recently leaked memo reveals that the telecoms giant is taking a hardline approach to hybrid work, warning employees that non-compliance could lead to disciplinary action, even impacting bonuses. This crackdown raises a critical question: Is rigid hybrid enforcement the right […]
In a world where top talent thrives in flexible environments, why are companies structuring their workplace policies around the bottom 5% of performers? That’s the question posed by Stripe co-founders, John and Patrick Collison, when they were asked about return-to-office (RTO) mandates. It suggests that widespread RTO mandates are a misguided attempt to correct for […]
In February 2025, Starbucks cut 1,100 corporate jobs and tightened office rules for leaders. What the move meant for its hybrid work culture, and lessons for other employers.
Kadence Pulse is our new data-driven series where we uncover key trends in hybrid work, using insights straight from Kadence’s platform. Our goal is to help businesses and employees understand how hybrid work is evolving and how they can make smarter, more informed decisions. The way we work has changed forever, and at Kadence, we […]
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