For some workers, it makes sense to go back to the office. It seems that a majority of people want to remain working remotely. If that works best for them, that’s great—and they should continue to do it. Returning to a headquarters is not for everyone, but there are solid career-enhancing reasons to go back to an office setting.

Starting Out Your Career

Starting a new job is stressful. It's even harder when you’re doing it remotely. If you’re just beginning to build a career, working remotely may be a big obstacle to your future success. 

After over a year of being at home, you most likely lost touch with some or all of your social contacts. If you remain remote, you run the risk of feeling isolated and it will be difficult to cultivate a group of like-minded people.

For young adults, going to the office has positive social benefits. You will meet new people. Make friends and build a network of alliances that could help you throughout your career. There will be chances to go to lunch with co-workers, celebrate birthdays and have a beer after work. 

The Benefits Of Returning To An Office

There are a host of benefits to being at the office. You can find mentors to help navigate your career. There will be serendipitous meetings in the hallways, cafeteria, elevator and bathrooms.  These impromptu interactions add up over time. It makes your work life better—or at least more tolerable—by having cohorts that—together—share the same experiences.