#2 - Generational Gaps and the Future of Workplace Flexibility

Is the push to return to the office solving problems—or creating new ones? In this episode of From X to Z, Danielle Farage and Mervyn Dinnen dig into the hot-button debate around Return to Office (RTO) mandates and why they’re landing differently across generations. As companies double down on in-person policies, younger workers—especially Gen Z—are questioning whether proximity actually equals productivity. With insights from recent research and firsthand generational perspectives, Danielle and Mervyn unpack the myths around Gen Z’s work preferences, the real reasons behind the RTO movement, and what today’s talent actually wants: flexibility, purpose, and meaningful in-person moments—not just butts in seats. This conversation offers a nuanced look at how to bridge generational divides and reimagine workplace structures to meet the evolving expectations of a modern workforce. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices