When the pandemic arrived, it changed the landscape of business forever. Business professionals, from every industry, found ways to conduct their jobs from remote locations. In 2024, many workers continue to work from home. In fact, working from home has become a staple for business professionals all across the world.
Here in Canada, we continue to see remote work as a normal way of life. What are the top benefits of working from home?
It enables you to be more productive.
You may assume that working from home encourages people to slack off. The opposite, however, is true. The comfort that comes with working from home fosters productivity. Not only does the situation coerce one to get more professional work complete, it also allows a person to complete household responsibilities in quicker amounts of time.
“A 2021 survey of remote workers found that 6 in 10 reported they’re more productive working from home than they expected to be because they don’t have the commute and may be getting a better night’s sleep,” reveals Sondra Wolfer of The Muse, “At home, workers also gain back time lost to in-office distractions and interruptions.”
It offers great flexibility.
The benefit of convenience is one that should never be underestimated. For many workers, having to go into the office every day is a strain. By being able to work remotely, a person can literally choose to work from any location he or she chooses. Naturally, you don’t actually have to be at home to “work from home”.
“Remote workers generally have more control over their schedules, able to shift their start and end times, their locations, and which days they work,” notes Marcus Taylor, the Founder of Serene, “Flexible schedules make it easy to book doctors’ appointments, pick up the kids from school, fit in an afternoon run, and so much more, without needing to ask for time off.”
It eliminates the commute.
No one likes rush hour traffic. However, no matter how long one’s commute is, you’d be hard pressed to find someone who prefers to have to travel back and forth to work these days. Staying at home to work reduces commuter stress while also saving money on travel. It’s also a healthier option!
“Your daily commute can compound or increase your stress levels as you deal with factors beyond your control, such as rude passengers, vehicle breakdowns, and traffic jams,” writes Wolfer, “A longer commute can also reduce job satisfaction and worsen your mental health. For many, a commute can be more stressful than the job itself. And if something goes wrong, that can make you late to work.”
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