{"id":7575,"date":"2024-07-19T06:48:29","date_gmt":"2024-07-19T06:48:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.webwork-tracker.com\/blog\/?p=7575"},"modified":"2024-11-25T13:06:19","modified_gmt":"2024-11-25T13:06:19","slug":"employee-mental-health-benefits-hybrid-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.webwork-tracker.com\/blog\/employee-mental-health-benefits-hybrid-work","title":{"rendered":"How Combining Office and Remote Work Improves Employee Mental Health"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The post-pandemic era has seen a surge in remote working around the world. Now that employees have experienced its <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webwork-tracker.com\/blog\/benefits-of-remote-work-for-everyone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">benefits<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, around <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/advisor\/business\/remote-work-statistics\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">98%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of them want to continue working remotely in some capacity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While many employers have obliged, it&#8217;s not all smooth sailing. Remote work has some downsides. If you\u2019re not careful, it could affect employee mental health, lower morale, and hamper productivity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we&#8217;ll discuss the pros and cons of remote work for employee well-being. We&#8217;ll also explore how combining remote and office work can improve employee mental health and boost performance\u2014helping you strike the perfect balance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is employee mental health, and how is it linked to remote work?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employee mental health refers to how employees think, feel, and behave at work\u2014and consequently in their personal lives. Good mental health is crucial for employees to work productively, manage stress, and contribute to company goals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s how remote work shapes different aspects of employee mental health:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Work-life balance: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Impacts employees\u2019 ability to balance their professional duties with their personal obligations, hobbies, and lifestyle.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Relationships:<\/strong> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plays a role in how employees build relationships with their managers, connect with their colleagues, and develop a sense of belonging at work.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical health<b>: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Determines the extent to which employees can improve their physical well-being. This can be through exercise, adequate sleep, healthy meals, and more\u2014all of which are closely tied to mental health.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Stress management:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Affects employees\u2019 capacity to cope with and access support for work-related stressors, such as deadlines, workload, and interpersonal conflicts.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Psychological well-being:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Contributes to employees\u2019 overall state of mind and their ability to prevent depression, anxiety, and burnout.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The benefits of remote work on mental health<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s how remote work can improve employee mental health.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduces the stress of commuting<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s face it\u2014no one likes spending hours commuting. Crowded buses and trains, jammed roads, and air and noise pollution can be a frustrating experience at the start of your employee\u2019s day. A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S2590198223000970\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">recent study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> found that people who drove to work or had long commute times reported poorer mental health outcomes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saves time and money<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Did you know it costs your employees up to $6,000 per year for travel, parking, and food? And that\u2019s after accounting for home food and energy bills. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/globalworkplaceanalytics.com\/telecommuting-statistics\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Global Workplace Analytics<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> showed that working remotely even half of the time saves employees up to 11 working days.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improves work-life balance<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remote working gives employees more flexibility with their time, allowing them to manage their personal and professional responsibilities. All that without compromising on either and, importantly, without experiencing stress.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, it gives them time to indulge in other interests and hobbies that bring them happiness and satisfaction. One <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.careercircle.com\/blog\/post\/remote-jobs-flexibility-work-life-balance-ge#\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">survey<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> found that 91% of workers felt they had a better work-life balance since working remotely. 22% were happier in their jobs than full-time office workers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increases autonomy and control<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remote work typically gives employees a great degree of control over where, when, and how they work. This means they can set an ambiance of their choice, work from home, a cafe, or even abroad, and complete tasks at their own pace, so long as they stick to deadlines.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only does this reduce stress, but <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/373997988_The_Relationship_between_Remote_Work_and_Job_Satisfaction_The_Mediating_Role_of_Perceived_Autonomy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">research<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> also shows that perceived autonomy is one of the biggest contributors to job satisfaction.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leads to better physical health<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, remote workers are more likely to take the time to stretch, exercise, get some fresh air, and prepare healthy meals from the comfort of their homes. A healthier lifestyle improves physical health, reduces stress, and boosts overall mental health and well-being.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The challenges of remote work on mental health<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite its many advantages, remote work can also have some negative effects on employees\u2019 mental health.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Isolation and loneliness<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Working remotely decreases employees\u2019 contact\u2014including incidental contact\u2014with each other, their manager, and company leaders. There are no coffee breaks, water cooler chats, or in-person conflict resolution. This can lead to feelings of loneliness and isolation. In fact, in one survey, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/buffer.com\/state-of-remote-work\/2023\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of remote workers reported struggling with loneliness.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blurring of work-life boundaries\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the same survey above, 71% of respondents said it wasn\u2019t easy to set boundaries when working remotely. Without a clear separation between work and personal space, it can be hard to switch off from work. This can lead to longer working hours and potential burnout.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lack of structure<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remote workers\u2014especially those without a home office or access to a coworking space\u2014can find it difficult to feel motivated and manage their time <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webwork-tracker.com\/blog\/are-remote-employees-really-productive\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">productively<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> without the office setting. This can lead to performance issues that, in turn, result in low employee confidence and morale. However, with the introduction of apps like <a href=\"https:\/\/nearu.io\/\">NearU<\/a> finding coworking office spaces has become much easier. So, if you&#8217;re struggling to establish structure in your work environment, you can easily locate a coworking space to enhance productivity and focus.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical health issues\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many offices provide employees with good ergonomic setups, including suitable and comfortable chairs, eye-level monitors, sit-stand desks, and more. Remote workers don\u2019t always have access to these benefits. This can lead to musculoskeletal issues like back and neck pain, eye strain and headaches, and other health problems that cause stress and anxiety.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find the right balance between home and office work with WebWork Time Tracker<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a recent survey, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/chriswestfall\/2023\/07\/05\/over-95-of-workers-say-that-hybrid-work-is-best-for-mental-health\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nearly half<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of 5,600 employees said they preferred a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webwork-tracker.com\/blog\/hybrid-work-why-do-employees-want-it\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hybrid work<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> arrangement split between remote and office work\u2014to get the best of both worlds.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About 70% of employers have already embraced hybrid working. Platforms like WebWork Tracker are helping them make this transition while boosting employee mental health <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> performance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WebWork offers a range of productivity tools, from tracking employees\u2019 work hours and activity levels to monitoring the apps and websites they visit. These tools allow you to identify those who might be struggling with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webwork-tracker.com\/blog\/motivating-remote-employees\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">motivation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and provide them with extra support.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The software\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webwork-tracker.com\/features\/task-management\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">task management tools<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can also help you check workloads and progress to prevent overworking, while time and attendance tracking ensures that even remote workers are getting enough downtime.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, the platform\u2019s chat and video meeting tools help remote workers stay connected with coworkers, reduce social isolation, and experience a sense of support and community from anywhere.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Get started with a <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webwork-tracker.com\/signup\"><b>free trial<\/b><\/a><b>, or <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webwork-tracker.com\/demo\"><b>request a demo<\/b><\/a><b> today.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The post-pandemic era has seen a surge in remote working around the world. 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