Remote Work

Beginner 👥 Human Resources

Definition

Working from outside the traditional office environment—the benefit everyone demanded until management decided it's a privilege to be revoked.

Example Usage

We were told remote work would continue post-pandemic, then suddenly last week's memo announced mandatory office days starting next month.

Origin

Modern workplace terminology, popularized during COVID-19 pandemic

Fun Fact

78% of workers want flexibility in where they work, yet only 25% of companies offer it.

Source: Modern workplace and hybrid work research

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