What do you like about working remotely and what don’t you like?

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Bon · Accepted Answer

As long as I want, I can go on a spontaneous trip and work from anywhere.

The downside might be that interactions with people decrease, and sometimes I feel like my communication skills are deteriorating.

Zekiye Nur Kesici · Answer

Working remotely allows me to focus deeply on my work without interruptions, boosting my productivity and giving me more control over my schedule. However, I miss the spontaneous collaboration and social interactions that come with working in an office environment.

Stefan Bader · Answer

Good question Julia! We have a remote-first culture at Cello, so interesting to read what everyone is saying here.

I love the flexibility of remote work and the fact we can hire the best talent globally. I do have to admit it's always great to be together with the team in the office, definitely for communication purposes and speed of execution. :)

Business Marketing with Nika · Answer

Hi Julia, I start with a disadvantage:
– Social distancing and not being present with your teammates.

Advantage:
– Customizing my working hours according to my mood and feelings.
– Freedom above all.

Keith Mc · Answer

Love working remotely. Gives me the freedom of starting when I want and being more productive instead of spending an hour or two in traffic daily for the commute.

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@udaya_sri   All the points you've mentioned are KEY, but I really love😌 the aspects that you don't like so much.  Maintaining the "balance" is the challenge and the spark. 😊

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I like having the freedom to do whatever I need to do for myself.   What I don't love nearly as much is the effort it takes to coexist efficiently with my 4-legged offspring 🐈🐶 all day.🤪

Chemical Bull · Answer

Remote work offers flexibility & comfort, reducing commute stress. However, it can lead to isolation & blurred work-life boundaries. https://www.chemicalbull.com/pro...

Gurkaran Singh · Answer

Working remotely allows me to code in my pajamas, avoid rush hour traffic, and keep my favorite mug within reach. However, I do miss those spontaneous office chit-chats and the occasional free lunch Fridays!

Emily Willis · Answer

Hi Julia!

Loves are....
- solo working! I have ADHD so working solo means I can focus & work more productively with no distractions
- async ways of working - less time in meetings! More time delivering output faster
- being home when my kids get home from school which means hearing their feelings on their day immediately, while it's top of mind

Don't like...
- Feeling disconnected from workmates
- Feeling out of the loop
- I miss those 'lunch time' conversations where you get to talk about anything & everything outside of work so you can connect far better with colleagues than you ever can on a 30-min rapid-fire Zoom or TeemyCo virtual call
- less 'breathing time' working remotely as you're working at a much more rapid pace - great for output but sometimes it's way too intense as you often go from one zoom call straight to the next with no down time in between

JD Worcester · Answer

Pro = Avoiding traffic
Con = Lots of distractions, laundry, cat, etc.

Natalia Toth · Answer

I like that I can relax when I need it without feeling guilty. Still, I've realized that I'm more productive in the office, and our team is amazing so I love being around them. If I didn't have to commute for an hour to get there, I'd probably go to the office every day.

Udaya Sri · Answer

What I don't like about working remotely is - In my mind, I've linked the concept of home with relaxation, fun, and entertainment. So, it becomes quite challenging for me to focus on work. What I love is the work life balance that comes with working remotely.

What do you like about working remotely and what don’t you like?

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