Since the worldwide pandemic, more and more people have been working from home. And while upon a time it may have seemed like a less productive way to work, more and more businesses are starting to accept this form of remote work. There are plenty of people that won’t just work from home, but have extremely successful careers and retire comfortably.
Whether you’re a freelancer or working for a company, here are some advantages of working from home.
Greater Work Life Balance
One of the biggest advantages of working from home is that you have greater flexibility over your schedule. You don’t need to commute or rush home from work after a long day. You get to work in the comfort of your own home which means you get to structure your day around your work.
You can take breaks to attend to home matters like laundry, or running errands. You can even make meals while on the clock— if you have the right organization in place.
Not to mention, because of this greater work life balance you have lower levels of stress. The idea is to establish a routine that will maximize your productivity, yet also take advantage of the flexibility of being able to enjoy your personal time.
Savings
Working from home can save you a significant amount of money that you would have spent on transportation costs. Not only will you save money on gas, but also on transportation expenses, and even parking fees.
You can instead use this money that you would have used getting to and from work and use it for other areas of your life. If you’re a business owner, this can be particularly advantageous, since you can use this money for work materials or other expenses that will help promote and expand your business.
Greater Productivity
When you work in an office environment, you’re actually more likely to fall prey to workplace distractions. Sometimes we may be tempted to strike up conversations with our fellow coworkers, or get sucked into helping other people finish their tasks. When you’re at home, you’re totally focused on the task at hand without anyone distracting you. However, this only stands to be true if you set up your home to be a conducive work environment.
Remove all distractions, and create a dedicated workspace away from the rest of your home. If you have other family members living with you, make sure that they are clear on the guidelines surrounding when and how they can interact with you during your work time.
Increased Rest
When you’re no longer rushing to get to and from work, chances are you probably get to catch up on a little more sleep. If you once upon a time had to commute an hour, or even hours, you probably had to wake up significantly early.
However, when all you have to do is wake up and you’re already at work, you can more easily manage your rest time. You can significantly reduce the risk of burnout, and even create extra time for healthy habits like working out or cooking healthy meals instead of grabbing something quick and convenient to eat.
