Remote Work is the Wild West of Productivity

Employee productivity seems pretty straightforward. Engaged and happy employees are less likely to leave and more likely to be productive. But what does “engagement” mean? What does “happy” symbolize? These intangible phrases can leave employers with no action items. Worse, employers risk misunderstanding employees’ needs. Remote or hybrid work settings further exacerbate confusion. Engagement, happiness, and retention are more intertwined than most companies realize. They are codependent variables that contribute to company success at the employee level. They are vital to a productive workplace.

How can engagement and happiness maximize remote productivity?

It’s evident employees prefer remote work. According to a study done by the University of Chicago, over 44% of U.S. employees preferred working from home in 2020.

The number of remote jobs posted on WeWorkRemote.com grew 753% between 2013 and 2018 - Nira.com

And, this number is growing. In a study by nira.com, working remotely is a good fit for 91% of employees. More employees recognize the flexibility and monetary savings of working from home. Employees can save $4,000 or more working from home each year according to flexjobs.com. The average employee spends between $2,000 and $5,000 a year commuting to work—wow! It’s not surprising that people are happier working remotely. Businesses benefit in cost savings as well. No longer paying exorbitant rents, companies can spend more on salary increases and revamping old systems. Read more.