‘Leave your shoes behind’: US tech startups’ message to employees — here’s why

American startups are adopting a ‘no shoes’ policy, with companies like Cursor and Replo encouraging employees to go barefoot. This trend, linked to the ‘pajama economy’ and Silicon Valley’s ‘996’ hustle culture, reflects a shift in work habits. However, the practice faces challenges in becoming mainstream due to societal perceptions of feet and age-related differences.