Written by HireQuest Inc., parent company of MRINetwork
Now that you know the ten advantages of remote work from a CEO perspective, what about the advantages from an employee’s point of view? Here’s why you’ll love a work-from-home gig.
10 Advantages of Remote Work from an Employee Perspective
- Cost Savings: Working from home saves you money on transportation, food, and maintenance. Depending on your job’s presentation requirements, you could also save on makeup, skincare, and clothing.
- Productivity: Some studies show your productivity increases by 5-9% when you work at home compared to in-office work. With a laptop, a good internet connection, and the right tools, you can communicate, focus, and contribute to your company’s success.
- Green Working: As you avoid the commute, you’re also helping to save the planet. You can cut greenhouse emissions by 54% with remote work versus your commute for in-office work.
- Work-Life Balance: This one falls under advantages and disadvantages. Remote work offers the flexibility to balance appointments, a sick family member, vet visits, and meetings. You can be there with family and friends while also fulfilling the important responsibilities of your job.
- Flexibility: Remote work offers the ultimate flexibility—saving you time by eliminating commutes and allowing you to tailor your schedule to your productivity peaks. Whether you’re a night owl or an early bird, as long as you meet deadlines, attend meetings, and communicate effectively, you can often work when it suits you best.
- Distance: Remote work distances you from personal and professional drama, allowing you to ignore or detach yourself from negative comments and conversations. You can also avoid encounters with toxic or annoying co-workers.
- Wellness: The close quarters of in-office working can spread germs, so it’s not surprising that fewer remote workers call in sick. It’s easier to support healthy habits while working at home, and it could also better support your mental health.
- Technology: Remote work allows you to create a comfortable at-home office. Even if your boss doesn’t provide furniture and equipment, you may be able to write off some of those expenses on your taxes. You should consult with your accountant to learn more about tax benefits.
- Location: In some remote work situations, you can live and work wherever you want to. That could mean you could move across the US or around the world. Some digital nomads use their newfound remote working independence to travel. As long as you can meet the job requirements, you can go anywhere.
- Expanding Career Opportunities: Remote work opens up opportunities to explore new areas of an industry that were previously limited by location. No longer confined to companies based in your city or region, you can now work for organizations in entirely different parts of the country—or even the world. This flexibility allows you to break into industries or roles that may have been geographically inaccessible, broadening your career options and giving you access to a diverse range of professional experiences.
Stay tuned for Part 3 available January 22 on the “10 Disadvantages of Remote Work from a CEO Perspective.”