TELECOMMUTING UNVEILED: TRENDS, CONSIDERATIONS, AND THE PROS AND CONS FOR EMPLOYEES AND EMPLOYERS
Keywords:
Telecommuting, Remote Work, TeleworkingAbstract
Telecommuting, also known as remote work or teleworking, has emerged as a transformative work arrangement with far-reaching implications for employees and employers. This paper provides an in-depth exploration of telecommuting, unraveling its trends, considerations, and the advantages and disadvantages it offers to both employees and employers. As the nature of work undergoes significant shifts, telecommuting's potential to enhance flexibility, productivity, and work-life balance is examined alongside concerns about communication, collaboration, and the blurring of work-life boundaries. By critically assessing telecommuting's impact, this study contributes to a comprehensive understanding of this evolving work paradigm, offering insights for organizations and individuals navigating the changing landscape of work.
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