Jamie Dimon Says Don’t ‘Tell JPMorgan What To Do’ As He Tells Remote Workers, ‘You Can’t Learn Working From Your Basement,’ Defending RTO Crackdown
From Yahoo Finance: 2025-05-17 17:31:00
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon reaffirmed his opposition to remote work, stating that employees will be happier in the office over time. He emphasized the importance of in-person learning and dismissed the effectiveness of working from home, particularly for younger workers.
Dimon’s stance on remote work was further highlighted in a leaked audio recording where he criticized the lack of focus and productivity associated with virtual meetings and hybrid work models. He adamantly supports the return to office mandate and rejects flexibility in work arrangements.
The CEO’s comments underscore his belief that remote work hinders creativity and delays decision-making. Dimon’s perspective reflects a broader trend where white-collar workers resist remote work while frontline workers continue to operate on-site, fulfilling essential roles during the pandemic.