Remote working – not new for everyone
Remote working is not a new idea. People have been working remotely for centuries in various forms, such as telecommuting, freelancing, and WFH. The concept of remote work has been around for a long time, but the technological advancements in recent years have made it more prevalent and accessible for a wider range of industries and job types.
I remember that I used to tell my parents, “I have a meeting in the afternoon so I will go to the office to attend it.” During my office hours, I would stay online, check my email, and work on the documents I needed to work on as if I were physically sitting in the office. I used to tell myself that I had a meeting around noon, so I would go to the office later and finish my work at home, which would allow me to beat the rush-hour traffic and go directly into the meeting. There is evidence to suggest that remote working can increase productivity. Studies have shown that remote workers...