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Which is better for employers working from home, Or working on-site?

  • Writer: jonathan roque
    jonathan roque
  • Nov 10, 2022
  • 3 min read

It can be hard to know whether to work from home or onsite. In this post, we'll compare the pros and cons of each option—and help you decide what's right for your business.


If you've never worked from home before, you might think it's the best option: no commute time, no constant interruptions from coworkers and clients, and freedom to go about your day without worrying about whether anyone will see you. But there are several reasons working from home isn't necessarily better for everyone.


If you're trying to focus on a project or important task, it's hard to do when there's always someone with their earbuds in or kids playing down the hall. And even if you have a great space for working—with a nice office chair and all the amenities—there are still going to be distractions like phone calls and emails that keep interrupting your concentration.

The truth is that there are pros and cons to working from home, and it's important for employers to understand both sides before making a decision on whether an employee should come in at 9:30 AM on Tuesday morning instead of being able to take advantage of their "home office" by working through lunchtime on Monday morning!

When you work from home, you can be a lot more productive.


You have the ability to take your time with each task, working on what you feel like rather than when the boss says so. You don't have to worry about getting in trouble for being late for work or having to rush back because you're running late for something else—you can just get started with your work right away. And if there's a problem that needs fixing quickly? You can do it while you're still at home, instead of having to rush back in the morning and deal with it then.


There are also some perks that come along with working from home: no commute means no stress (or traffic), which means less chance of getting sick. And since you aren't surrounded by people all day long (and maybe even most of the night), you can make your own hours instead of having someone telling you what they want from their employees.

Is it financially more effective to work from home rather than working on-site?


The answer to this question depends on a number of factors, including how much money you make and how much time you spend at work. The cost of renting an office space, utility bills, and maintenance of equipment, furniture, and fixtures can be very, very costly. The risk of your employees getting sick is one thing to consider as well since we are all dealing with the pandemic. You will have the risk of infection among your employees, directly affecting your productivity.


On the other hand, people who work from home have the safety of not being infected, due to the minimum number of people they interact with. They often have more flexibility over their schedules, which can be helpful in being productive, they will have more time to spend on whatever the company needs since they have more time working instead of spending time commuting. It will also increase company morale, if they have kids or other obligations that they need to consider when planning their days, they will have flexibility in their schedules. They will have a healthy work-life balance. However, working from home also comes with challenges as oftentimes power outages and internet outages can hinder the productivity of the agent. Taking their location and utility requirements is a must if you want to proceed in a work-from-home setup.


It's important to remember that there are many upsides and downsides to both options. Working at home may allow you more flexibility in terms of your schedule, but it can also mean missing out on opportunities for professional development and advancement within your organization. If you're considering moving into this role, we recommend meeting with someone at your company to discuss your options and help you decide what would be best for your career goals moving forward! So is working from home the new normal? You may be wondering if working from home is a new way to work in the future. The answer is: yes and no.


Work-from-home jobs have existed for many years, although there are now more opportunities than ever before. But while these jobs are great for those who want to work at home, they do not necessarily represent a new way to work.


A hybrid work-from-home/on-site program provides an option for those who want the flexibility of working from home, but also want the flexibility of working on-site or in an office environment. This hybrid setup allows employees to take advantage of all three options—working from home, working outside the home office, and working in an office environment.

 
 
 

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