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Our team has always appreciated the freedom and inclusivity of remote work. Cutting back on travel time and expenses to and from work, allowing the ease of childcare pickup and drop-offs, and even eating healthier home cooked lunches; there are endless benefits to remote work. All of that aside, the most impactful benefit of remote work is the effect it has on mental health. This article from Forbes is a great read to deep dive into the minds of those that appreciate remote work: https://lnkd.in/gFvmEE6v #webdevelopment #fosh #webdevelopers #webjobs #webdevelopmentjobs #madridjobs #madridcareers #remotejobs

After the COVID-19 breakout, many people discovered how helpful it can be to work remotely. Working from home, for instance, gave caretakers the flexibility they needed to meet personal responsibilities. Working from home has also greatly helped those with physical disabilities. This article will explain how remote work is beneficial for your mental health. Job satisfaction and mental well-being are linked. Depending on the individual, work can either increase or heal mental health problems. Particularly, you can get various mental health benefits through remote and flexible employment. But, keep in mind, that not everyone is a good fit for remote or flexible work arrangements. #remotework #remote #trending #trendingpost Read More: https://lnkd.in/dAJ3W4yY

I believe there would be less quiet quitting if business owners trusted their employees to do the job they hired them for - even remotely. It was proven during covid that it works, at least at my company, those who worked from home were more productive. However... there are still old school owners who insist micromanagement and treating employees with disrespect while perpetuating a hostile work environment is the way to ensure better productivity. The sad thing is it isn't illegal for them to behave in such a manor. Advocate for yourselves. Do not allow bad behavior to continue. Call them out on it. If they choose to continue that kind of behavior, we can choose to move on.

🏡 The Remote Work Journey 🏡 Hey Everyone!!! I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the journey that the past year has been. Working from home has presented its own set of challenges and joys, and I couldn't be more grateful for the opportunity to do so with the incredible team at AMB Recruitment Group! 🌟 The Ups 🌟 Work-Life Balance: One of the most significant advantages of working from home has been the improved work-life balance. Being able to spend more quality time with my family and be at home has been a game-changer. Childcare Savings: I've been able to save significantly on childcare costs, which is a tremendous relief for any parent. Thanks to AMB Recruitment Group's flexibility, I can be there for my children while still excelling in my role. Productivity and Focus: Surprisingly, I've found that I can be more productive and focused at home. The freedom to create my ideal work environment has led to increased efficiency and creativity. 🌧️ The Downs 🌧️ Isolation: Working remotely can sometimes lead to feelings of isolation. While technology helps bridge the gap, I do miss the camaraderie of the office. Blurred Boundaries: Striking a balance between work and personal life can be tricky when your home is your office. Setting clear boundaries has been a learning process. Technical Challenges: There have been moments of frustration when dealing with technical glitches, but it's all part of the remote work experience. 💼 AMB Recruitment Group: The Best Support 💼 I consider myself incredibly fortunate to be part of a company that not only recognises the benefits of remote work but actively promotes it. AMB Recruitment Group's commitment to work-life balance and fostering a positive workplace culture has made this transition seamless. The support and understanding from my colleagues and supervisors have been unwavering, and I can't thank them enough for allowing me to embrace this new way of working. If you're seeking a workplace that values your well-being and champions the remote work experience, look no further than AMB Recruitment Group. It truly is the best place to work! Thank you for being a part of my journey, and here's to more exciting adventures ahead. 🚀 #remotework #worklifebalance #AMBRecruitmentGroup #bestplacetowork

🌟 Balancing Remote Work and Motherhood: A Journey of Challenges and Rewards 🌟 Hello #LinkedInFamily, I hope this post finds you well! As many of you already know, I recently embraced the extraordinary journey of motherhood. Amid the sleepless nights, adorable giggles, and countless diaper changes, I’ve also continued to navigate the intricate path of remote work. It has been an inspiring, challenging, and absolutely rewarding experience and I’d love to share some insights with you today. 👶 The New-Mom Reality Motherhood is a transformative event, both emotionally and physically. It impacts every facet of your life, from personal relationships to professional commitments. Initially, the mere thought of juggling a newborn and work responsibilities felt overwhelming, but the flexibility that remote work provides has been a game-changer. 👩💻 Advantages of Remote Work The primary benefit of working remotely is the flexibility to adapt my schedule around my baby's needs. It's been comforting to know that I can take breaks to nurse or attend to my child, all while continuing to contribute to my team. 📚 Further Reading: “Remote: Office Not Required” by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson "Work-Life Balance: A Guide for Working Parents" by Bryan Robinson 🎯 Setting Boundaries While working remotely provides a certain level of freedom, it's equally important to set boundaries. Designating a workspace, setting work hours, and communicating openly with my team has helped maintain a productive work environment. 📚 Further Reading: “Boundaries for Leaders: Results, Relationships, and Being Ridiculously in Charge” by Dr. Henry Cloud "Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life" by Nir Eyal 👩👧 Teamwork at Home My partner and I share the responsibilities of childcare, and we make a conscious effort to plan our days effectively. This teamwork has been essential in balancing my role as a mother and a professional. 📚 Further Reading: "Fair Play: A Game-Changing Solution for When You Have Too Much to Do (and More Life to Live)" by Eve Rodsky "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Families" by Stephen R. Covey 💡 Final Thoughts Balancing remote work and motherhood has its challenges, but the rewards are unparalleled. The key lies in communication, setting boundaries, and a little help from your loved ones. And let's not forget the powerful role of self-care; a happy mom is a better mom and a more productive employee. 📚 Further Reading: "The Self-Care Solution: A Modern Mother's Essential Guide to Health and Well-Being" by Julie Burton "Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts." by Brené Brown To all the working moms and dads out there, how are you balancing parenting and professional life? Feel free to share your tips and resources below! 👇 #WorkingMom #RemoteWork #LifeBalance #NewMom #SelfCare #Teamwork #Parenting #Boundaries #FlexibleWork #MotherhoodUnplugged #MomLife #WorkFromHome

I could not agree more. In my time leading remote teams, I have never seen a decrease in productivity. On the contrary, with the proper leadership behaviors, the productivity stays the same or even increases while people also get more work/life balance. What I have witnessed though is many leaders getting more stressed about remote working, fearing they lose control over their teams. Remote work requires leadership to shift their perspective around what they should focus on. ❌ Don’t focus on processes or how people do their work. ✅ Focus on the outcomes, i.e., what you expect people to deliver. What has been your experience with remote work? #leadership #coaching #cfo #leadershipmindset #leadershipskills #hr #management #remotework #worklifebalance

Remote work has changed my life and my mental health 🙌🏼 Along with the statistics in this article and many other benefits: 1) I feel trusted by my employer to get my work done on my own 2) I am allowed to operate within my own daily rhythms instead of being forced into a box that may not fit me 3) I am saving money by eating at home 4) I am saving money on gas and I don’t have to deal with traffic 5) I have narrowed my wardrobe back down to only clothes that I enjoy: no more generic office wear (and I can work in my PJ’s!) 6) I have the mental capacity for daily chores and exercise. I am not actively knocking other places I’ve worked in the past, but I am sharing my experience because I have never felt so healthy as I do now working remotely.

This year has seen a lot of debate around #remotework. Some people view it as an unjustified COVID-era model that unfairly targets employers, but for others, it's a necessary way of life for healthy working habits. 🧑💻 In our latest article, Tom Stinson shares how for him, remote isn't a "want". Unexpected life events created a *need* for remote work - to support his family and his own mental health through difficult times. This is the first revival of a series called 'Why I remote', where we explore different reasons why people choose to work remotely. Because remote is not a one-size-fits-all solution, and not everyone chooses to work remotely because they want to stay in their pajamas. https://lnkd.in/giDYQkqv #RemoteLife #distributed #async

On paper I'm the epitome of 'remote is a benefit'. I use the flexibility to travel full-time—which, to a lot of people, seems like one long unlimited holiday. There's no denying it's a lot of fun, and I'm very lucky to work in the way I do (shout out XWP), but it's deeper than that. My work/life balance, commitment to the team and sense of ownership over my work are all massively improved because I feel fulfilled by my lifestyle. Point being: Whether it's a want *or* a need, there are benefits to remote work. It requires a supportive community / employment, but it shouldn't be stamped out or reduced to 'COVID-era nonsense'. Happy, healthy, fulfilled staff = more productive staff, and sometimes, for some people, that means working from home. Great article Tom Stinson!

MENTAL HEALTH TIP FOR REMOTE WORKERS: Get outta bed! When I started my recruiting firm, I was living in a little condo in San Diego. But I made the breakfast nook into an office area and that's where I worked. Off and on, I will sometimes slowly ease into the habit of just starting work from bed, when I first wake up - and staying there until the afternoon. Not good. I'd started doing that again recently, until my wife and daughter threatened to take over my home office, if I wasn't in it. I LIKE my home office! It's actually nicer than my old office in the BofA Building, before we went remote! Plus, they pointed out that psychologically, there's a real downside to having your bedroom associated with work. I don't know all the intricacies of that psychology but it makes sense to me. I'm more focused and productive in me office. If you're working remotely, make sure you have a dedicated "work space" - even if it's just a desk in the breakfast nook! I promise you, it does make a difference.