Heading Back to the Office? How to Love Your Commute
How much do Americans hate commuting? Four-in-ten would rather clean their toilets than undergo the daily back-and-forth to the office, according to a survey by communications platform RingCentral. Now more workers are returning to the office, and time spent in cars, trains and buses is unavoidable. But Julia Lee Cunningham, professor of management and organizations at The University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business, says that we can use our commutes to make our workdays – and our lives – better. And we speak to a Los Angeles commuter, Jules Gillo, for some tips on how to love your drive in a city known for bad traffic. Send us your stories about work and careers! Email aswework@wsj.com, or leave us a voicemail at 212-416-2394. Further Reading: U.S. Return-to-Office Rates Hit Pandemic High as More Employers Get Tougher Commutes Haven’t Changed Since the Days of the Roman Empire Commuting is the Worst. It Doesn’t Have to Be. Workplace Report Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices