In these challenging times, when the “Cost of Living Crisis” is becoming an everyday reality for many, organisations can play a pivotal role in providing their employees some respite. One such way is to offer the flexibility of #WorkingFromHome, wherever feasible. 🏡👩‍💻👨‍💻

Remote work offers myriad benefits for both the organisation and its people:

1️⃣ #CostSavings: Working from home can help employees save significantly on commuting costs, meals, professional attire, and more. For businesses, savings can be realised in terms of reduced office maintenance costs. 💰💼

2️⃣ #IncreasedProductivity: A Stanford University study found that remote workers are 13% more productive than their in-office counterparts. Less time spent commuting means more time focused on work tasks! ⏰🎯

3️⃣ #EmployeeWellness: Allowing employees to work in their own space can lead to lower stress levels, better mental health and, in turn, a happier, healthier workforce. Happy employees often equal productive employees! 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️💪

4️⃣ #ReducedEnvironmentalImpact: Working from home reduces the need for daily commutes, contributing to lower carbon emissions and helping our planet. 🌍💚

While it may not be the solution for everyone, offering #flexiblework options can go a long way towards easing the burden of the current financial crisis for many employees. Moreover, it’s a strategic move that can benefit the business in the long run.

To get started or refine your organisation’s remote work policy, I recommend exploring resources like the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), who offer fantastic guides on this topic.📚🔎
Let’s embrace change and support our people in navigating these challenging times. 🤝💙

#WorkFromHome#FlexibleWork#EmployeeWellbeing#FinancialResilience#CostOfLivingCrisis#upleashed

Stanford University source (great article!): https://lnkd.in/exixv2B

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