The remote work trend has been highlighted and spotlighted and for the past two years as more companies had to quickly pivot to remote work during the pandemic. Likewise, stories continue to feature workers’ desire for remote work, flexibility and gig work options.

However, not every worker wants to work remotely and not every business is willing to give up on in-person office work. Several big corporations and banks have been quoted recently on their desire and plans to return to the office, as much as possible and as soon as possible. And it’s not just companies that are interested in returning to the office.

Interestingly, surveys are finding that “go-getters,” or those ambitious employees focused on rising to the top, may not only tolerate in-person work but may actually prefer it. They appreciate the one-to-one, in-person interactions that help to build real relationships as well as the learning, creativity and innovation that take place in the office setting.

In the end, each company will have to determine the best balance of remote and in-person work; however, it is important to remember that not every employee wants to remain at home for the duration. In fact, the best and the brightest might be ready to return to the office.