It’s no secret that remote working has become widespread in the UK. In fact, 16% of employees reported solely working from home between September 2020 and January 2023.
There are many harmful misconceptions surrounding remote working, including the concern that employees may become less productive while working outside of the office.
However, a study found that 51% of employees are more productive when working from home, and 20% suffer from burn out in the office.
1. Thinking ahead with realistic goals
Employee engagement can be encouraged by setting professional goals. By thinking ahead and setting clear guidelines that coincide with personal development plans, managers and team leaders can help workers achieve their goals.
That being said, these goals should always be realistic. If workers do not have enough resources to meet their targets, this can have the opposite effect and discourage hard work. They may also feel the need to work overtime, which can quickly lead to employee burn out.
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