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The battle between remote work, hybrid models, and full office life rages on—and we’re diving straight into the fire. In this episode of WFM Unfiltered, Adrian Hawes joins Irina to dissect the realities, myths, and consequences of remote work in the contact center industry. Is working from home still the productivity dream we thought it was, or has it created bigger problems than we expected?

Adrian shares his expert insights on the evolution of work-from-home policies, the impact on team collaboration and company culture, and why some businesses are forcing employees back to the office. We’ll also explore the generational divide in workplace expectations, the mental health implications of isolation, and the harsh commercial realities that companies have to face when balancing remote flexibility with business needs.

But here’s the kicker—have service levels actually suffered due to remote work, or is that just corporate propaganda? Adrian doesn’t hold back as we dig into the customer experience decline, the training challenges of a distributed workforce, and whether employees are really as productive at home as they claim to be.

This episode is a wake-up call for leaders, employees, and WFM professionals navigating the future of work. Whether you’re a die-hard remote advocate or a return-to-office enforcer, you need to hear this debate. Subscribe now and join the conversation!

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