With more employees looking for flexibility, businesses of all sizes are turning to remote work for business. While some leaders are concerned that a remote option may reduce productivity, studies and experiences confirm that when businesses maintain a robust remote working policy in place, it boosts key performance metrics and increases employee morale.
But there are a lot of questions surrounding remote working arrangements, from how it compares to flextime and which companies have a completely distributed workforce. There are many advantages for offering remote working options. From reducing the commute (according to a survey by 2020 FlexJobs) to increasing employee engagement and retention, it’s an excellent way to give employees the flexibility they need.
Flexible work arrangements are any time an employee team isn’t required to report to a physical office at least some of the time, whether that’s working from home for a few days a week or being completely remote. It also includes working from a satellite location like a cafe or coworking space and can also include the possibility of a mobile workforce.
No matter how your business defines flexible work arrangements It’s crucial for managers and leadership to provide regular feedback on their performance and communication. It’s a good idea, too, to hold regular standups and virtual meetings to foster collaboration, communication and creativity. Don’t forget to congratulate your remote employees whenever they deserve it. If your employees feel unappreciated or disengaged, their performance will suffer.
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