What does RTO mean at work, and how are companies handling the pushback from employees?

[molly]

RTO — Return to Office — has become one of the most talked-about workplace topics, and we're navigating our own policy update right now. It refers to a company's directive for employees to resume working from a physical office, either fully or on a hybrid schedule. Many employees who shifted to remote work are resisting the change. How has your organization communicated and enforced its RTO policy while keeping morale intact?

 

[Henry]

RTO means return to office—policies requiring employees to work on-site. Companies handle pushback by offering hybrid schedules, flexibility, incentives, and clear communication to balance productivity, culture, and employee preferences.