If they can't tell the work's being done well without seeing them, they can't tell whether the work's being done well... Software (or hardware) that's fit for purpose can be produced independently of the sweat and panic of the development team. Often, sweat and panic delivers work that has more (hidden) problems that something developed on a more relaxed schedule.
I would hope that companies more concerned about the health and well-being of their staff become successful. And that includes staff who isn't solo and young.