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WORKING FROM HOME BENEFITS EMPLOYEES AND EMPLOYERS

Conducting business today is not the same as it was 20 years ago. Instead of opulent and finely appointed offices, companies today see the value in having employees work remotely. 

In fact, since 2005, Global Workplace Analytics says that the non-self-employed population who regularly work from home has grown by 140%. While the pandemic saw more than 60% of the U.S. workforce working from home, even post-pandemic, that number has remained at 35%-40%, and it doesn’t show any sign of changing.

Here are just a few reasons that telecommuting from a home office has become the new norm.

Key Takeaways: How Working From Home Benefits Employees and Employers

Remote work can reduce expenses, support greater flexibility, and improve productivity and work-life balance when paired with a well-designed workspace and clear boundaries.

  1. Remote work can provide greater scheduling flexibility. Employees may be better able to accommodate early meetings, international clients, and individual working styles without the limitations of a daily commute.
  2. Employers and employees can both reduce expenses. Companies may lower office and operational costs, while employees can spend less on commuting, fuel, parking, meals, and other workplace-related expenses.
  3. A dedicated home office can support productivity. An organized workspace with appropriate furniture, accessible storage, and fewer distractions can make it easier to focus and complete daily tasks efficiently.
  4. Flexible hours should still have clear boundaries. Remote employees may be able to work during their most productive hours, but a consistent schedule helps prevent professional responsibilities from extending into personal time.
  5. Eliminating the commute can improve work-life balance. Time previously spent traveling can be redirected toward family, household responsibilities, exercise, rest, and other personal priorities.
  6. A home office can be personalized around individual needs. Employees can choose furniture, organization, lighting, and décor that support their comfort, work habits, and personal style.
  7. The right furniture helps turn remote work into a long-term solution. Ergonomic desks, adaptable storage, cable management, and sit-stand options can create a workspace that remains comfortable, organized, and motivating over time.
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Equal Benefit

From a professional perspective, there are many reasons why working from home is beneficial to both the employee and employer.
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Easy Access

Especially for international clients, finding an agreeable time for a conference call can be challenging. With a home office, you can be available whenever needed, always making sure that your clients come first. Early morning conference call? No problem. Late-night strategy session? Easily done. Telecommuters can go from "off the clock" to "in the office" in a matter of minutes, and with a laptop table, you won't even have to leave the couch.

Attractive millennial woman working from home.

Cutting Expenses

Working from a home office makes it easier to cut down on overhead expenses. Instead of high-rise offices that cost a small fortune, allowing employees to work from home helps to cut down on operational costs. The US Energy Information Administration also reports that Americans spend up to $1,300 a year on gas alone, and working from home can put some of that gas money back in your pocket.

Attractive Millennial working from home on the Sequel Lift Standing Desk by BDI Furniture.

Productivity

Forbes Online reported that those working from home are more productive than their in-office counterparts. However, that also requires that you set up a space that is conducive to productivity. Selecting office furniture that keeps your workspace clutter-free and organized will help you stay focused and productive.

Millennial woman working from home.

Personally Speaking

Many personal benefits come from a work-at-home environment, especially if you can clearly define work from home time.
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Your Own Hours

Whether you’re an early riser or a night owl, telecommuting provides you with the opportunity to work whenever you are most effective. Just be sure you don’t fall into the trap of bleeding work time into personal time.

Setting a structure around your work hours is more important than ever when you work from home.

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Work/Life Balance

Home is the central place for family and having your office so readily available, and eliminating a lengthy commute makes it easier to spend time with the ones you love.

Every working parent wants more family time, and having a home office means you can more easily structure work time around the family moments or commitments that are most important to you.
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Your Office Style

Instead of staring at boring beige walls and kitschy motivational posters, working from home allows you to create an office that reflects your style and interests.

Add a standing desk to help get you on your feet throughout the day or file cabinets to keep documents organized. Make it a space that motivates and inspires you.

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Whether you’re running a startup and looking to cut down on costs, an employer with hundreds of employees, or a working parent looking for more family time, telecommuting is a cost-effective and proven option.