Still working remote? 3 resources to make the most of it

Remote work is here – and realistically was here long before Covid-19 was, just not at the volume that we see today. We recently polled our LinkedIn network to see what their current working arrangements were. 44% are following a hybrid schedule, 39% work fully remote, and 17% are in the office full time.*

While there are professions in which a remote business model would never work, there are many settings where it can be productive and can lead to a more satisfied workforce – as seen by over 80% of poll respondents who do so at least part of the time. No matter at what stage your organization is on its journey – debating on a return to the office, weighing the pros and cons of a permanent remote or hybrid model, or considering offering remote work for the first time – these articles provide guidance on how to successfully navigate this working arrangement.

“Success in a hybrid work environment requires employers to move beyond viewing remote or hybrid environments as a temporary or short-term strategy and to treat it as an opportunity.”

George Penn, VP at Gartner

In a tight labor market where job seekers have the upper hand and many are demanding remote work as an option, it’s at least worth your consideration as an organization. This blog outlines four takeaways on remote work straight from remote workers themselves – everything from setting boundaries to establishing relationships – that can help mold your remote work strategy.

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If offering remote work makes sense for your organization, you have to acknowledge that leaders will need to adapt their management style. With limited face-to-face time, setting clear expectations and soliciting feedback on ways to improve the working relationship are two of the building blocks toward a productive remote work relationship.

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So, your team has opted to work remotely – either full time or a few days each week – and you’ve acknowledged that this arrangement requires a different level of support and engagement. How do you promote striking the right balance between productivity and downtime in a setting where the traditional boundaries can become significantly blurred? We have put together four tips to establish that critical work-life balance to enhance the employee experience and avoid burnout.

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 *As of this article's publishing date (6/17/2022)