The Productivity Boost: Remote Employees Outperform in Work Ethic
Studies show that remote and hybrid employees tend to work longer hours than their office-bound counterparts, with a 10% boost in weekly hours reported among remote workers. The increase in productivity can be attributed to factors such as reduced commuting time and the motivation to maintain the privilege of working from home. While concerns about some employees doing too little work or engaging in remote work moonlighting exist, the majority of remote workers have proven to be responsible and productive. Remote work has reshaped the American workplace, with nearly 30% of work happening at home in the first half of 2022. However, collaborative work may be more challenging in a remote setting, leading to a shift towards asynchronous communication. Overall, remote work has become a highly preferred employment perk, with only a small percentage of workers desiring to work on-site every day.
