Despite all the talk of hybrid work, at least one study shows that companies are pushing for a total return to the office.

In a survey of more than 2,800 senior managers in the US from Robert Half, 71% of respondents said they would require their teams to be on-site, full time once COVID-19-related restrictions completely lift. Fewer companies (16%) will allow employees to follow a hybrid schedule to divide time between the office and another location. Only 12% will give staff the complete freedom to choose where they work.

However, if employers mandate a return to the office, they could face a backlash. Almost half of employees (49%) prefer a hybrid arrangement. In addition, 34% of people currently working from home due to the pandemic would look for a new job if required to be in the office five days a week. Forty-three percent of workers feel more productive when working remotely versus in the office.