Bloomberg Claims Remote Workers Spend Workdays Golfing, But Data Shows Productivity Unaffected

Michael Bloomberg claimed remote workers are playing golf and not working, citing data showing golf courses are busier on weekdays.
Research found remote work led to a golf boom during work hours, but didn't reduce productivity.
Bloomberg and other CEOs strongly prefer in-person work, saying it's better for mentoring, collaboration, and young workers.
Some bosses argue remote workers miss out on spontaneous interactions and proximity bias benefits of being in the office.
Bloomberg says remote work can't replicate face-to-face collaboration, though experts note it provides flexibility despite some collaboration challenges.

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Posted 9/14/2023, 7:02:00 PM