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‘Ultra wealthy’ Gen Xers are proving more resistant to returning to the office. (archive.is)
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It's funny how the narrative changes when a group can actually fight back. Most of the Gen-Xers I know in tech aren't going back to the office, not because they are ultrawealthy but because they are getting old, are virtually irreplaceable, and are prioritizing life over work after having survived the pandemic.

Also, sure Millenials and Gen-Z are "choosing" to go back. They aren't compelled in any way. Right.

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[–] Crackhappy@lemmy.world 16 points 8 months ago* (last edited 8 months ago) (1 children)

Gen X here. I am, indeed, irreplaceable. I have multiple conversations in a week about contract to hire, or other nonsense, in a week. I know what I'm about, I know what I can do, and I will not stand for this kind of stupidity in hiring.

I am more effective working at home. I have been doing it for 10 years now.

You do not want me in your office. My jibes are too much for the boomers.

To wit, leave me alone, I just want to quietly do my job, and I don't need you blathering about it in my ear.

[–] lagomorphlecture@lemm.ee 12 points 8 months ago (1 children)

Well can you at least uncover your camera? We really want to at least see you. Please?

[–] Cysioland@lemmygrad.ml 1 points 8 months ago

When they ask me to go on camera I just tell them "but I'm ugly today"