AT&T Return To Office: Employee Survey Results And A Culture Shift (August 2025)
In August 2025, AT&T CEO John Stankey answered falling engagement scores with a memo moving staff from hybrid work to five office days and a market-based culture.
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Dan Bladen
Dan is at the helm of Kadence with a sole mission to turn workplaces into vibrant, happy spaces where everyone can thrive. When he’s not busy changing the world of work, you’ll find Dan soaking up the natural, untamed beauty of California’s outdoors with his family on camping adventures.
Kadence Raises $20M To Transform How Enterprises Run The Modern Workplace
Today marks a major milestone in our journey: Kadence has raised a $20 million Series A to accelerate the future of work. The round was led by High Alpha, with participation from Kickstart, Midwich Ignite, and Four Cities Capital and Mantaray. We’re also honored to have the backing of 515 Ventures led by Frederic Kerrest […]
Deutsche Bank, UBS And The City Of London: How Banks Are Redrawing The Hybrid Work Week
In June 2025, Panmure Liberum joined Deutsche Bank in asking staff to cover Mondays and Fridays in the office. What it meant for hybrid working in the City of London.
Midwich Group Expands Strategic Partnership With Kadence to Scale Hybrid Work
In June 2025, Kadence signed a strategic partnership with Midwich Group, the AV and unified communications distributor, to extend its global reach.
RBC Pushes For More Office Time But Flexibility Still Wins
The decision by RBC (Royal Bank of Canada) to require employees in the office four days a week is part of a broader trend: large enterprises are looking to reconnect people, rebuild culture, and spark the kind of collaboration that’s harder to replicate remotely. It’s a well-intentioned move—and a clear signal that the pendulum is […]
Uber Sets The Standard For Structured Hybrid With Three-Day In-Office Rhythm
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 […]
Google's Hybrid Work Model: Inside the Breakdown of Its Hybrid Strategy
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.
Why IBM Is Struggling With Their Hybrid Policy
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 […]
Why Atlassian Is Sticking With Distributed Work
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 […]
Why Recharge Days Miss The Point Of Modern Work
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 […]
Why Is Freddie Mac Forcing A Full-Time RTO?
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 […]
Why Nvidia Is Sticking With Hybrid Work
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 […]
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