Men are returning to the office in greater numbers than women, with 29% of employed men working from home in 2024, down from 34% the previous year. Female-dominated industries like private education and health services have been less affected by return-to-office mandates. The gender wage gap persists, with women earning 85% of what men earn. Remote work faces pushback as more CEOs plan a full return to the office. However, workers are willing to take pay cuts for remote roles. The workforce is shifting, with hybrid office environments becoming the norm. Women may gain ground as the labor market tightens.

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