Tolu Ojewunmi posted an update
Working from home is either the best thing ever or a big mistake.
Harvard Business Review found that people working from home are getting more done.
“Businesses saw a 63% increase in productivity from remote workers,” the study says.
Challenging the old idea that you need to be in an office to be productive.
But…
Here is the downside:
— Less teamwork on the fly
— Blurred lines of work and home life
— Harder to keep the company culture alive
— Trickier to make strong team connections
At the heart of it, we all seek meaningful work and personal fulfillment
Regardless of our work setting.
Here’s how to mitigate it:
— Make a clear line between work time and home time
— Have virtual hangouts with work friends
— Set up a good spot at home just for work
— Use tech to communicate better
While the Harvard Business Review highlights productivity gains,
The real victory of remote work lies not just in doing more in less time
But in fostering a work culture that champions flexibility, autonomy, and personal growth.
Only time will tell how work from home changes businesses,
But we think its a win for employees…
What do you think about work from home policies?
#Careers #Workfromhome #Worklifebalance
2 Comments
Going on fully remote for four years and hybrid a few years before, I agree on the pros and cons. Apart from working in my PJs with my dog sleeping under my desk to focus on team, company, and clients – I have seen the following work:
– Get some one-on-one time with not only your immediate team but also supervisors and some across the function. When I was in customer success, I made time to talk to marketing, renewals, support, engineering/product, and, of course, the HR team members.
– In addition to 1-on-1s, it’s essential for your team to meet virtually or in person, either locally or centrally once a quarter/half-year, depending on your office budget. These meetings foster a sense of connection and make you feel part of a larger group, even when working remotely.
– Virtual periodic team conversations can be about work/learning or personal, like a social happy hour, team outing for hiking, or giving back to the community/volunteering
– Customers: Always remember to make sure they are well taken care of and that you and some executive from the company make trips periodically to meet them (New and existing customers, both). These personal interactions not only show our commitment but also make our customers feel appreciated and recognized. These personal handshakes go a LONG way!
Of course, it’s easier said than done, but make sure to limit these and invest time in family and self-care.
Cheers,
Sameer!
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@sameer Brilliant tips Sameer!
yes, for sure must prioritize investing in family and selfcare time.2
