Hybrid Working Is Here to Stay Post-Pandemic: Stanford's Nicholas Bloom

The video discusses the significant increase in remote work due to COVID-19, highlighting productivity changes, geographic shifts, and the rise of hybrid work models. It explores the impact on office politics and coordination, and addresses concerns about compensation for remote workers. The discussion emphasizes the importance of structured in-office days for team cohesion and the limited long-term feasibility of full-time remote work for most employees.

What was the percentage of working days from home in the US before COVID-19?

• 50%

• 5%

• 10%

• 20%

Which type of tasks have shown increased productivity when done remotely?

• Creative tasks

• Client presentations

• Team meetings

• Repetitive tasks

What is a major challenge of remote work according to the transcript?

• Limited internet access

• Increased commuting time

• Higher office rent

• Lack of face-to-face interaction

What is the 'donut effect' in the context of remote work?

• People moving from city centers to suburbs

• People moving to rural areas

• People moving to city centers

• People moving to different countries

How many days a week do most people prefer to work in the office post-COVID?

• Two days

• Five days

• One day

• Three days

Why is it important for teams to coordinate their office days?

• To avoid traffic congestion

• To save on office space

• To ensure everyone is seen by management

• To reduce commuting costs

What is the expected impact of remote work on employee compensation?

• More frequent promotions

• Significant pay cuts

• No major impact

• Increased bonuses