Let’s talk about the grand narrative being pushed these days—work from office (WFO). After the pandemic, companies are making a hard pivot back to the office under the guise of “collaboration,” “productivity,” and other buzzwords that seem to have emerged straight from a corporate jargon generator. But peel back the layers, and the agenda is clear: “We bought property; now we need you to justify it.” The Illusion of Collaboration Companies argue that being in the office magically improves teamwork and efficiency. Yet, the reality is far less enchanting. Ever been called into a meeting room just to hop on a Teams or Google Meet call with someone sitting next door? Why not skip the theatrics and collaborate directly? Turns out, in many cases, proximity adds nothing to actual communication. According to a study by Stanford University, remote workers are 13% more productive than their in-office counterparts due to fewer distractions, quieter working environments, and the absence of exhaust...