Overview

• Uber employees must work in-office from Tuesday to Thursday starting in June, up from the previous two-day requirement.
• The company revoked many remote-work approvals and plans to hire new remote roles only sparingly to enhance collaboration and innovation.
• Eligibility for Uber’s month-long paid sabbatical benefit has been raised from five years to eight years of tenure.
• CEO Dara Khosrowshahi defended the changes at a contentious all-hands meeting, asserting that 'good isn’t good enough' and employees must prioritize impact over perks.
• Employee pushback has been significant, with concerns over burnout and workspace shortages, prompting leadership to monitor attendance and expand office space.