Gas, Commute and Daycare Stipends To Get Workers Back To The Office?

According to a new survey by Clarify Capital and reported by SF Business Times December 12, 2022, “The survey found about 68% of those working remotely would prefer to look for a new job with remote options if forced to return. About 27% would try to negotiate a higher salary instead of searching for a new job…The commute continues to be a major factor in the battle over the return of remote workers – as it costs both money and time.” The report also mentioned employees wanting gas, commute and daycare stipends as part of returning to work.  My associates who represent office buildings for lease believe that if the economy does head into a recession those employees may be less resistant if there were fewer alternative jobs available. I represent tenants, and think for the next few years the employee will continue to be in the driver’s seat on this