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Despite headline-grabbing return-to-office mandates by some employers, hybrid and remote work are here to stay .

When employers adopted flexible work arrangements during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, many found that employees were just as productive when working remotely. In the years since, they’ve discovered that hybrid and remote work options also improve morale and make it easier to recruit and retain employees, who are increasingly prioritizing flexibility.

The Chicago Tribune’s 2025 Top Workplaces list was released this morning, showing most have embraced hybrid and remote work. See the full list here.

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