Unfulfilled Promises and Ineffective Hybrid Model - Sales Support Specialist DLL Employee Review

I joined DLL during the COVID pandemic, and one of the key factors that led me to accept the position was the company's emphasis on being "pro-remote." During both the HR screening and the interview with my manager, I was informed that the company had adopted a flexible approach, with minimal in-office requirements (at the time, one "anchor day" per month). There was no mention of transitioning back to more regular in-office days once the pandemic subsided, which strongly influenced my decision to join. However, since the transition to a hybrid model, my experience has significantly deteriorated. The mandatory in-office days add unnecessary stress, as I spend two hours commuting back and forth just to perform tasks I could easily do from home. The stated reasons for this policy—collaboration and fostering culture—seem disconnected from reality, as I typically go to the office, sit at a desk without interacting with anyone, and leave when my workday ends. It feels like the focus is more on justifying the cost of office renovations rather than genuinely considering what’s best for employee productivity and well-being.