The concept of a remote workforce is not a new idea, but the COVID-19 pandemic acted as a significant driver which accelerated the number of remote workers throughout the United States. However, as with anything else in life, there are pros and cons to remote work for both employees and the employer.
Here are some key advantages:
A big misconception about a remote workforce is that it completely fulfills employees’ desire for work/life balance. While remote work options can certainly help, it does not always lead to employees fulfilling their work/life balance desires. However, there are methods that managers can use to ensure that their remote workforce is achieving their desired level of work/life balance.
Here are some key methods to consider: