discuss The Pros and Cons of Remote Work

[Alamson]

COVID accelerated the development and adoption of digital communication tools. Working remotely has come to stay. It has improved work-life balance and time wasted in commuting can be put into more productive use. However, it seems it does not really work for everyone as some people find it difficult to stay motivated when working from home. Do you think remote work is beneficial and sustainable?

 

[Shawn]

I couldn't do my job from home.

I'm an investigator. I have to have access to our system, financial reports, customer information, and things that are within a closed system that does not allow remote access due to state regulations in this particular industry. I also maintain the technology of our system which obviously requires me on site.

But work is a quick drive from my house.

 

[Yama]

I don't read privacy policy as ultimately they will do what ever they want to do with our data. However, I do make sure to read rules and guidelines so that I don't get banned on the site. I was once banned on a site because I violated a rule. Privacy policy, I don't care.

 

[Reelz]

We can't deny that remote work has established itself permanently in the workplace because of its numerous benefits. For me, the two most important benefits of remote work are flexibility and work-life balance.

Though, it has its own drawbacks and I try to establish a distinct area for work and arrange specific time for work in order to maintain concentration. Remote work demonstrates great potentials to benefit so many people as long as they set boundaries and create plans that brings productivity.

 

[Harsh World]

Remote work is an issue for management more than it is for workers.

While managers can still micromanage to see if you've done all your work for the day, they can't observe you in PJs slipping in an episode on Netflix during "working hours". This is a problem because management won't know if they are assigning too little work for the job, or even too much work, without careful observation in an office or other work environment.

If the company is paying you per hour and you "finish" an hour early while home, is it ethical to take that pay, or should you reach out to management and let them know you've finished and able to "put in an extra hour" (that you're already being compensated for in the first place)?

 

[lens]

Remote work is a complete transformation for me and that is why I advocate for organizations to implement remote work in their plans. It could be achieved by focusing on employee communication and providing the needed tools for lasting success. Remote work success will become achievable through the use of the best approaches like the ones I suggested.

 

[Ja sa bong]

There are jobs which can't be carried out remotely. It's a challenge for some companies to manage their workers who work remotely. I can remember Elon Musk not being in support of remote jobs because remote workers doesn't give 100% like those coming to work in a workplace.

 

[freelancermaria]

Remote work lets you avoid early commutes and spend more quality time with family. However, drawbacks include feelings of loneliness, isolation, and depression.

 

[Zani]

One of the biggest issues with remote working is distraction. As long as you are able to overcome that, then you are on your way to becoming better at handling most major projects.

 

[King Belieal]

One challenge with remote work is time difference between clients and the worker. Turn in times might be night time for the worker. That would mean the worker has to stay awake at night to submit work which can be very inconvenient.