Why Social Time with Co-Workers is the Ultimate Office Perk

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• Employees need meaningful connections in the workplace, and social time with co-workers can be a powerful office perk.
• 85%, 84%, 74%, and 73% of employees indicated that they would return to their offices if they could rebuild team bonds, socialize with coworkers, if their “work friends” were there or if their direct team members would be there.
• Employers should also integrate social time, breaks, and movement at work to create a positive workplace climate.
• The hybrid work model is likely here to stay and employers who offer remote working flexibility while creating an inviting in-person environment will attract talented and loyal workers.