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Yes, the Open Office Is Terrible — But It Doesn’t Have to Be

Yes, the Open Office Is Terrible — But It Doesn’t Have to Be

Update: 2019-09-1250
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It began as a post-war dream for a more collaborative and egalitarian workplace. It has evolved into a nightmare of noise and discomfort. Can the open office be saved, or should we all just be working from home?


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gabriela sanchez

what if your a procastonator? all that is said is b.s.

Dec 9th
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gabriela sanchez

all you have to do is zone out and focus to the task at hand.

Dec 9th
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Ricardo Design Education

Good job pointing the weaknesses of their positivist approach to study complex human behaviour. Based on their poor responses, their "evidence" is highly questionable.

Sep 16th
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Yes, the Open Office Is Terrible — But It Doesn’t Have to Be

Yes, the Open Office Is Terrible — But It Doesn’t Have to Be

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