Remote Work – The Pros and Cons
Remote work has been around for ages, but the pandemic made it far more accessible to people from a wide variety of backgrounds and industries.
While in-person office work will probably always be a staple, it’s worth noting that by 2025, most workers will work at least five days a month from home and that 84 percent of current remote workers prefer working from home.
For remote workers, it’s crucial to balance the highs and lows of remote work –of course like everything in life, it has its pros and cons.
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Advantages of remote work
When one is considering remote work, it’s helpful to look at the positives and prioritize what’s important to you personally and professionally:
· Lack of a daily commute. Approximately 78 percent of people dislike commuting to the office, and by avoiding a lengthy journey, you can kickstart your day sooner and use your spare time for other parts of your routine.
· No geographical restrictions. You can work from anywhere and, in many cases, any time you want to. The remote-work model also does away with the traditional 9 to 5 workday, allowing people to be digital nomads.
· Less expense overall. You’re not only saving cash by not going into the office, but you’re also saving money by not purchasing business clothing, daily lunches and happy-hour drinks when socializing after work.
Disadvantages of remote work
While working remotely has a lot of upsides, there are a few disadvantages that you should consider when wondering if you should make the switch:
· Technology dependency. When you explore remote-work opportunities, you must be aware that you’re relying entirely on computers, smartphones and other business communication channels to stay in contact and complete your work. Tech issues can sometimes hinder your ability to perform.
· Lack of visibility for career development. While technology allows us to do almost everything these days, there’s no replacing interaction with co-workers and clients in person, either for work, everyday chats or post-work drinks.
· You’ll need discipline to get work accomplished. Working remotely (especially from home) takes a lot of self-control, as other distractions may force you to become unmotivated and lose focus. Being mindful about creating a sustainable and easy-to-follow schedule can help.