Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt Quickly Walks Back Comments Blaming His Old Company's Remote Work Policy

Schmidt's Original Comments

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt quickly walked back comments criticizing his old company's remote work policy. He blamed the policy for a drop in productivity. Schmidt made the comments during a talk at Stanford University. However, he later sent an email to The Wall Street Journal, saying he regretted his previous statements.

Schmidt's Email Walk-Back

In his email to The Wall Street Journal, Schmidt said he regretted his previous statements blaming Google's remote work policy for a drop in productivity. He also said he was proud of Google's remote work policy and believed it was one of the company's strengths.

Media Coverage

Several news publications have already run headlines about Schmidt's comments. A clip of Schmidt criticizing Google's remote work policy has been viewed 14 million times online.

Reaction to Schmidt's Comments

Schmidt's comments have been met with mixed reactions. Some people agree with him, arguing that remote work can lead to a drop in productivity. Others disagree, saying that remote work can be just as productive as working in an office.

Conclusion

It remains to be seen whether Schmidt's comments will have any impact on Google's remote work policy. The company has not yet commented on Schmidt's statements.