Coffee, Badge, Disappear: Inside the Male-Dominated Art of Office Appearances
Russ Zapotichny
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In the evolving landscape of hybrid work, a new phenomenon called "coffee badging" has emerged, and surprisingly, it's predominantly men who are leading this trend. According to a recent report by Owl Labs, 62% of coffee badgers are men, while only 38% are women.
The Rise of Coffee Badging
Coffee badging is a practice where employees briefly appear at their physical workplace, swipe their badge, grab a coffee, and promptly return home to work remotely. This trend has caught on with hybrid workers, with 58% admitting to engaging in this behavior.
A Generational Divide
The report reveals that Millennials are the most likely generation to coffee badge, with 63% participating in this practice. This contrasts sharply with Baby Boomers, who show the lowest participation rate at 38%. The difference might stem from varying attitudes toward remote work and workplace expectations across generations.
The Gender Gap Question
While the report doesn't explicitly explain why men are more likely to coffee badge than women, it suggests this disparity might reflect broader workplace dynamics. This pattern aligns with other workplace behaviors, such as salary negotiations, where men have historically shown more comfort in pushing boundaries.
Looking Ahead
As companies continue to navigate the future of work, coffee badging highlights the ongoing tension between traditional office expectations and modern work preferences. While some CEOs push for a full return to office, the practice of coffee badging suggests that workers are finding creative ways to balance in-person appearances with their preference for remote work.
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