You might be surprised to learn that a ton of new research shows that remote work is good for both employers and employees. An article by Stella Garber.
The remote work movement is gaining traction across a wide variety of industries as more organizations adopt a geo-agnostic approach to building a company.
An independent analysis of 2017 census data showed a 91% growth in remote work over the last 10 years, and there are currently 4.7 million people in the U.S. who telecommute (up from 3.9 million in 2015).
The article brings insightful information on:
- The many business benefits of a remote work strategy
- Reduced overhead costs
- Better employee retention
- More successful recruiting
- Establishing a culture of autonomy
… and much more. Working remote is often a matter of practicality for startups who can’t afford office space, but even large companies are starting to realize that a remote approach is a big money saver. Good read!
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