Hybrid & Remote Work

Hybrid work involves working partly in the office and partly from home, giving flexibility. Remote work is working away from the office, usually at home, using digital tools to work together.

Understanding Hybrid & Remote Work

Hybrid work is where employees can split their time between working remotely and in a physical office, offering flexibility and collaboration. Remote work, on the other hand, is about working primarily from a location outside the traditional office, such as from home, using digital tools for communication and collaboration. Due to the 2020 pandemic, this type of work method has become much more famous and adaptable to different roles.

Benefits of hybrid and remote working

Hybrid work has an approach of more balance, it allows employees to divide their time between working remotely and in a physical office. This flexibility benefits both employers and employees in different ways:

• Balance: You can decide when to work in the office and when to work at home. You can still have meetings and work with your colleagues face to face, while other times you can work remotely.

• Teamwork: When you work in the office part of the time, you can have more spontaneous chats and meetings with your colleagues. This helps build better relationships and makes it easier to work together on projects. So, even if you're not in the office every day, you can still get to connect with your team.

• Costs: If there is no need to travel to the office everyday it can save you time and stress, no need to deal with traffic or public transportation. That means extra time on your behalf and for employers, it's also saving office or utility expenses.

When it comes to remote work, the situation is also very beneficial for both sides: 

• Flexible: You can work from anywhere you want, you just need internet connection. Whether it's your home, a café, or a co-working space, you have the freedom to choose. This gives you more control over your work environment.

• Talent: This allows companies to hire people from all over the world. This means they can find the best person for the job, no matter where they live. It also brings in different ideas and perspectives, which can make the team stronger.

• Costs: Companies spend less on office space and utilities, while employees save on transportation costs, work clothes, and meals. This makes remote work a more budget friendly option.

• Balance: You will have more flexibility with your schedule, so you can manage your personal life better. This balance makes it easier to stay happy and healthy.

• Get More Done: Contrary to what some people think, remote workers often get more work done. Without office distractions, you can focus better on your tasks and be more productive. Plus, you can choose the hours that suit you best, so you can work when you're most alert and energetic.

How to be a remote leader?

This has a lot of challenges. One must be open to reflection, collaborate and be communicative. It is also important to adapt your leadership strategies to be able to support your teams. Here are some things to consider as a leader:

• Clear Communication: Make sure everyone knows what's going on. Use video calls, messages, and emails to keep everyone informed. 

• Technology: Use tools like project management software and video meetings to help your team work together in a better way, even if they're not in the same place.

• Trust and Freedom: Trust your team to do their work well. Give them clear instructions, support when they need it, and let them work on their own.

• Work and Life: It's important for your team to have time for themselves. Set boundaries for work hours, respect their time off, and let them know to take breaks and look after themselves.

• Connecting and Working Together: Keep your team feeling connected, even if they're far apart. Schedule regular online meetings, plan fun team activities, and make sure everyone has chances to chat and share ideas.

• Supporting and Appreciating: Make sure your team knows you're there for them. Check in with them often, offer help when they need it, and make sure to recognize their hard work and achievements.

• Adjusting Your Leadership: Lead your team in a way that works for remote and hybrid work setups. Be flexible, understanding, and focused on helping your team succeed, no matter where they're working from.

How can WorkJoy help?

WorkJoy is a very user-friendly platform for teams that have a hybrid or remote work method. Different categories such as meetings, projects, goals, conversations and tasks are easy to access and assign. In Workjoy everyone can see how people and teams are connected and interactively navigate the entire organization. You can keep multiple projects ongoing without losing track on who is doing what and when. Communication is key in remote or hybrid teams, and WorkJoy is making it very easy for them!