Overcoming the stigma of ‘working from home’
For many PR pros, working from home is becoming less of a perk and more of a norm. If you’re among the many telecommuters struggling to keep up, heed this advice.
Many organizations are embracing remote work options for their employees.
Nearly 60 percent of teleworkers worldwide said they would leave their existing jobs for a similar job if they could work from home. Sixty-eight percent of millennials entering the workforce said an option to work remotely would greatly increase their interest in a position.
Telecommuting isn’t a walk in the park, though. Workers still face challenges when working outside of a traditional office.
Here are three common telecommuting challenges and how to overcome them:
1. Proving your productivity
Arestia Rosenberg is a freelance creative director, writer and content strategist. As a remote professional, it’s been difficult for her clients to understand her productivity, although she says she feels even more creative when working remotely.
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