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dancingtongue · 80-89, M
That's too narrowly defining the issues at play, imho. First of all, I would leave creativity out. Creativity occurs in different ways for different individuals. Granted, group brainstorming sessions are helpful in generating out-of-the-box solutions but this can be done in group chats, Zoom meetings. And for many people, solitude and being alone lends itself best to creativity.
Socially, it undoubtedly had some impact imho in helping them avoid necessary socialization. But they tended already to be into their cellphones, videogames, streaming, etc.; being able to avoid the worksite all together just exacerbated the problem. Those with no desire to interact socially probably already were in jobs, fields where they could do most, if not, all the work remotely.
I think the broader questions are what is best for the employer, the work product/group, and the workers. And as usual, I don't think the answer is all remote or all back in the office. It will vary by industry, by function, and in most cases be a hybrid blend. A lot of lip service was given prior to the pandemic about achieving a healthy balance between workplace and family life. The pandemic flipped the focus 180 degrees to give us a look from the opposite side. Now there is the opportunity to examine the best and worst features of both and mix & match for the best results.
Socially, it undoubtedly had some impact imho in helping them avoid necessary socialization. But they tended already to be into their cellphones, videogames, streaming, etc.; being able to avoid the worksite all together just exacerbated the problem. Those with no desire to interact socially probably already were in jobs, fields where they could do most, if not, all the work remotely.
I think the broader questions are what is best for the employer, the work product/group, and the workers. And as usual, I don't think the answer is all remote or all back in the office. It will vary by industry, by function, and in most cases be a hybrid blend. A lot of lip service was given prior to the pandemic about achieving a healthy balance between workplace and family life. The pandemic flipped the focus 180 degrees to give us a look from the opposite side. Now there is the opportunity to examine the best and worst features of both and mix & match for the best results.