Becoming a remote company
There were many companies working remotely before the pandemic. The pandemic showed the companies who were not working remotely the importance of it and numerous benefits that come with remote working. Companies are moving forward with only working remotely and scrapping the idea of working in an office along with only hiring employees in their home country.
Employees prefer working remotely and technology allows members of the team who are in different countries to work together to complete projects as if they were in the same building. From allocation of projects, management and completion of projections it could not be simpler for companies.
Some benefits of remote working:
- Costs
- Retention and engagement of employees
- Access to employees globally
- Increase in productivity
Costs
Remote working allows keeps costs of premises down and equipment. In a survey it was seen that employees would accept a job which allows working remotely over one which pay slightly more, as working remotely has become very important for employees.
Retention and engagement of employees
Work-life balance with remote working is more important to employees than it ever was. A study found that remote working results in highly engaged employees.
Listening to what employees are looking to get out of their employment will result in engagement and retention.
Access to employees globally
By adopting remote working your company is opening the door for hiring employees globally, and can select employees who are the best in their field.
Increase in productivity
When employees are happy it will result in productivity, by allowing remote working a study has found that employees are willing to work beyond their contracted hours, to feel that they are giving back to their company. Remote working does also remove commuting time, in return employees are again seen to use that time to work longer hours.
What you should consider if you wish to become a remote working company:
Communication
Communication reduces conflicts, misunderstanding, it promotes a healthy relationship between employees and employers.
Expectations
Make your expectations clear of what you what from your employee and take time to understand what your employees expectations are of joining your company. Understand what training and growth your employee wishes to grain in the role you are hiring for.
Availability
Take time to understand what your employees availability is like. Your employees may be carers, parents or have other commitments. Remote working allows for flexibility, therefore ensuring you know the commitments your employee has can also help you forecast the time it may take for projects to be completed.
All three, communication, expectations and availability are key factors companies need to take into consideration when thinking of becoming a remote working company and are truly the basis of even non-remote working companies. At Recruit Overseas we are here to support companies who are taking the jump on becoming remote working or those companies who wish to expand their team globally.
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