GYC is a work from home company. We love having a “virtual office,” and enjoying the freedoms that come with this new way of conducting business. The idea of working remotely is not new, but it’s certainly one that has been on the rise in recent years. As we look into the future, this trend is sure to continue as communication technology develops further. Both employers and employees will discover the numerous benefits.
Benefits for Employees
Numerous studies have found that the ability to work from home is a highly desired benefit for the majority of employees. One study found that nearly two-thirds of teleworkers would change jobs for the ability to work at home, and more than two-thirds of millennials said that option would make a position very attractive to them. Here are some of the largest benefits:
* Better work-life balance. The ability to work from home allows employees to spend more time with their children, family, and friends. This work-life balance is one of the most significant benefits cited today.
* Healthier environment. Working from home may reduce stress for some people as well as give people the opportunity to eat healthier foods. The time saved in commuting can be better put to use with exercise routines and healthier habits.
* More productive work. Although some people may have trouble being productive without a boss and co-workers around, many others find that the comfort of a home office and the quiet environment can help them stay focused and concentrated. Others say they are more creative at home.
Benefits for Employers
In the past, some employers have frowned on work-at-home options due to concerns about lack of oversight, wasted time, and lack of a team environment. However, many of these issues can be solved with today’s technology and a little dose of earned trust. For those employers who make it work, they have the benefit of:
* Happier, more committed employees. Well-trained, hard-working employees are hard to come by, and when you find them, you want to retain them as long as possible. Providing an option to work at home can be a huge incentive for a good employee to be committed and loyal to your organization.
* Better access. Although there’s a fear of not being able to keep in touch with employees as well if they are off-site, the reality is that many remote employees go the extra mile to be available as a trade-off to having more freedom. That means you may be able to call or video-conference with an employee who is in a different time zone because that individual will adjust a remote schedule to accommodate other corporate needs.
* Accountability based on work, not hours. Remote employees should be more motivated to show work progress by productivity vs. just punching the time clock. Employers may, in the end, get more out of remote employees.
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