What is the first thing you do when you get to work or your workspace in your home? Or maybe even before you get to work? Probably, you check your email. And as you scroll down, you groan. There are so many emails, current and past, and you have so many other tasks on your … Read more
One of the most interesting things that has happened in 2020 has been the way that COVID-19 has pushed so many of us to work from home. Back on January 1, most company leaders would have said that working from home and managing remote teams were too cumbersome. However, by August 1, over 50 percent of … Read more
A few days ago, I came across one of the most devastating sights to grace a remote worker’s eyes. *gasp!* A delayed paycheck? An empty inbox?? Close, but no. Instead, I saw a red light blinking atop the words “LOS” on our modem at home. Que horror!! Wait, what the heck does “LOS” mean? What’s the … Read more
Teams with high levels of employee engagement are happier and more productive, and experience lower levels of staff attrition — but when your employees are remote, engagement can be a challenge. In response to a 2023 Gallup survey, just 28% of remote employees said they felt connected to their organizational mission and purpose. This is down from … Read more
Since 2020, remote work has seen an increase of 87%. As workplace dynamics continue to evolve, this number is definitely poised to grow, making it increasingly important to master the art of remote work time management. It’s true that remote jobs offer numerous advantages, including the ability to create a personalized work environment. However, without effective time management, the … Read more
In this growing era of work-from-home culture people often ignore the fact not having a designated work-friendly setup can hamper their overall productivity. Designing a home office can not only make you more productive but will also help you keep yourself away from household distractions. In this blog, we will walk through the steps you … Read more
If you work in tech, you already know that finding remote work can be difficult. Even though remote working has increased drastically since 2020, there still aren’t enough positions for all employees seeking a remote career. The internet has made job searching much easier, but among the thousands of job postings you can find online, … Read more
Disorganization in the workplace makes employees spend longer time than expected to complete their tasks simultaneously increases stress and decreases overall productivity. This brings organizational disruption that causes employees to lose focus, waste time, feel overwhelmed, and make teamwork difficult. As a result, work slows down, employees do not work well with each other and … Read more
For employees, virtual work and flexible schedules mean zero commutes, additional recreational and family time, greater freedom to travel, and more comfortable and personalized working environments. But what about for businesses? Despite concerns that remote or hybrid employees may not perform as well as on-site workers, the arrangements could actually mean more engaged and productive … Read more
Many teams have made a temporary shift to remote work for the first time due to COVID-19 this year. But, there are lots of other reasons to transition to a remote workforce, including: Your office space is undergoing a major remodel You’re looking to lower your company’s overhead Your team prefers remote work and you’ve … Read more